Arnold Palmer Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Arnold Palmer Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup milk; 5 black tea bags; 1 cups unsalted butter; 2 cups sugar; 4 large eggs; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 3/4 tablespoons baking powder; 3/4 teaspoons salt; Arnold Palmer Frosting, recipe follows; 1 cups unsalted butter, softened; 2 cups confectioners' sugar, divided; 1/2 cup reserved milk/tea mixture; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 cup milk
5 black tea bags
1 cups unsalted butter
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 tablespoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoons salt
Arnold Palmer Frosting, recipe follows
1 cups unsalted butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar, divided
1/2 cup reserved milk/tea mixture
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1
In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat milk until hot to the touch.
2
Place tea bags in hot milk, and let steep for 15 to 20 minutes.
3
Remove and discard tea bags.
4
Let milk cool.
5
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 (12-cup) muffin pans with paper liners.
6
In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy.
7
Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
8
Add 1/2 cup milk and tea mixture, lemon zest and lemon juice.
9
Mix well.
10
In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt.
11
Gradually add dry mix into the wet ingredients.
12
Spoon batter evenly into prepared muffin cups.
13
Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
14
Remove from pans, and cool completely on wire racks.
15
Spread or pipe Arnold Palmer Frosting evenly over cupcakes.
16
In a large bowl, beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy.
17
Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar alternately with tea/milk mixture slowly.
18
Beat in lemon juice until creamy.

2063

kcal

Calories

105

Fat

265

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup milk, 5 black tea bags, 1 cups unsalted butter, 2 cups sugar, and more.

Yes, Arnold Palmer Cupcakes falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Arnold Palmer Cupcakes

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