Margarita Cupcake Recipe

Name: Margarita Cupcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE COCONUT CUPCAKES:; 1 box White Cake Mix, 18 Oz; 1-1/3 cup Water, More Or Less As Directed Cake Mix Package; 1/2 cups Vegetable Oil, More Or Less As Directed On Cake Mix Package; 3 whole Eggs, More Or Less As Directed On Cake Mix; 1 cup Coconut; _____; FOR THE LIME FILLING:; 1 box Vanilla Instant Pudding, 4 Oz; 1/2 cups Whipping Cream; 1/4 cups Lime Juice; 4 drops Green Food Coloring; 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar; _____; FOR THE WHITE CHOCOLATE AND LIME ICING:; 5 ounces, weight White Chocolate, Melted; 1 stick Butter, Softened; 3-1/2 cups Powdered Sugar; 1/8 teaspoons Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla; 1 Tablespoon Lime Juice; 1/4 cups Sour Cream

Servings: persons

FOR THE COCONUT CUPCAKES:
1 box White Cake Mix, 18 Oz
1-1/3 cup Water, More Or Less As Directed Cake Mix Package
1/2 cups Vegetable Oil, More Or Less As Directed On Cake Mix Package
3 whole Eggs, More Or Less As Directed On Cake Mix
1 cup Coconut
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FOR THE LIME FILLING:
1 box Vanilla Instant Pudding, 4 Oz
1/2 cups Whipping Cream
1/4 cups Lime Juice
4 drops Green Food Coloring
1/2 cups Powdered Sugar
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FOR THE WHITE CHOCOLATE AND LIME ICING:
5 ounces, weight White Chocolate, Melted
1 stick Butter, Softened
3-1/2 cups Powdered Sugar
1/8 teaspoons Salt
1/2 teaspoons Vanilla
1 Tablespoon Lime Juice
1/4 cups Sour Cream

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For the Cupcakes:
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Prepare as the box directs, and then add 1 cup of shredded coconut to the batter before pouring it into muffin tins. I fill cups with a 1/4 cup measuring cup, and this usually fills about 18 cups.
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For the Lime Filling
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Pour the box of pudding mix into a bowl, add whipping cream and beat for 2 minutes. Let stand for 3 minutes. Add the rest of the ingredients, and place in fridge to chill.
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Hollow a cone out of the top of each cupcake, and add filling inside. Replace cupcake 'lid' back over the filling.
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*I found this recipe for this filling from Tasty Kitchen contributer, Hoosier Homemade
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For the White Chocolate and Lime Icing
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Melt chocolate (using the microwave, in 30 minute bursts, stirring between each burst to make sure the chocolate doesn't burn), and set it aside to cool a little.
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While chocolate is cooling, mix the rest of the ingredients. Add chocolate until just combined.
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Ice cupcakes and garnish with lime slices, sprinkles, etc.
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This is really a very easy cupcake to put together, I just tagged it as intermediate because there are several steps, and the melted chocolate in the icing requires a bit more concentration, a bit...

1328

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

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.
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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE COCONUT CUPCAKES:, 1 box White Cake Mix, 18 Oz, 1-1/3 cup Water, More Or Less As Directed Cake Mix Package, 1/2 cups Vegetable Oil, More Or Less As Directed On Cake Mix Package, and more.

Yes, Margarita Cupcake 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!

Margarita Cupcake

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