Grand Gold Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Grand Gold Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: The Cupcake; 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter (12 Tblsp); 1 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar; 3 teaspoons finely grated Orange Peel; 2 large Eggs; 1 1/4 cups self-rising Flour, divided; 1/4 cup Buttermilk; 3 tablespoons Gold Tequila; 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier; Lime Zest Icing; 3/4 cup powdered Sugar; 1 package Cream Cheese (8 oz); 1 tablespoon fresh Lime Juice; 1 teaspoon finely grated Lime Peel; 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract; 1/4 cup Whipping Cream

Servings: persons

The Cupcake
3/4 cup Unsalted Butter (12 Tblsp)
1 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar
3 teaspoons finely grated Orange Peel
2 large Eggs
1 1/4 cups self-rising Flour, divided
1/4 cup Buttermilk
3 tablespoons Gold Tequila
2 tablespoons Grand Marnier
Lime Zest Icing
3/4 cup powdered Sugar
1 package Cream Cheese (8 oz)
1 tablespoon fresh Lime Juice
1 teaspoon finely grated Lime Peel
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/4 cup Whipping Cream

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Insert paper liners in 12 muffin cups.
3
In large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter, 1 1/2 cups sugar, and 3 teaspoons orange zest until blended, then beat until fluffy and pale yellow.
4
Add eggs one at a time, beating until well blended after each.
5
Beat in half of the flour.
6
Beat in half of the flour, then add buttermilk, tequila and Grand Marnier. I was out of Grand Marnier, so I substituted 1 Tbsp of whiskey and 1 Tbsp of Vanilla. Worked great! Beat to blend. Then beat in remaining flour.
7
Divide batter equally among the 12 muffin cups and bake for about 20 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted comes out clean. Let cupcakes cool while preparing the Lime Zest Icing.
8
In food processor, blend sugar, cream cheese, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla; then pulse. Blend in enough shipping cream to form thick but spreadable icing.
9
Ice cupcakes and garnish with orange zest, lime zest, and/or turbinado sugar.

1105

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: The Cupcake, 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter (12 Tblsp), 1 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar, 3 teaspoons finely grated Orange Peel, and more.

Yes, Grand Gold Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grand Gold Cupcakes

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Variations & substitutions

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