How do I bake galaxy glitter grapefruit gin cupcakes?

Indulge your taste buds with our enchanting 'Galaxy Glitter Grapefruit Gin' cupcakes! A sweet treat that will transport you to the galaxy.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I bake Galaxy Glitter Grapefruit Gin cupcakes. Items include: all-purpose flour baking powder salt unsalted butter sugar eggs grapefruit juice gin buttermilk grapefruit zest powdered sugar

all-purpose flour 2 cups
baking powder 1 teaspoon
salt a pinch
unsalted butter 1/2 cup
sugar 1 cup
eggs 2
grapefruit juice 1/4 cup
gin 1/4 cup
buttermilk 1/2 cup
grapefruit zest zest of 1 grapefruit
powdered sugar 4 cups

Take note
CAUTION: Do not consume if you are under the legal drinking age. Also, please enjoy these cupcakes responsibly and in moderation.

1

Prepare the cupcake batter

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.

2

Mix wet ingredients

In another bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 2 eggs, one at a time, followed by 1/4 cup of grapefruit juice and 1/4 cup of gin. Mix well.

3

Combine dry and wet ingredients

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1/2 cup of buttermilk. Mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!

4

Add grapefruit zest

Gently fold in the zest of 1 grapefruit for an extra burst of citrus flavor. Your batter is now ready!

5

Bake the cupcakes

Line a cupcake tray with paper liners and fill each liner about 3/4 full with the batter. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely.

6

Prepare the glittery frosting

In a mixing bowl, beat together 1 cup of unsalted butter, 4 cups of powdered sugar, and 2-3 tablespoons of grapefruit juice. Add a few drops of edible glitter for a touch of magic. Mix until creamy and smooth.

7

Frost the cupcakes

Using a piping bag or a spatula, generously frost each cupcake with the glittery frosting. Sprinkle some extra edible glitter on top for a galaxy effect. Tada! Your 'Galaxy Glitter Grapefruit Gin' cupcakes are ready to be devoured!