How do I infuse muffled mint mojito in cupcakes?

Indulge in the fusion of flavors with our 'Muffled Mint Mojito Cupcakes' recipe. Zesty lime and refreshing mint bring a tropical twist to your treats!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I infuse Muffled Mint Mojito in cupcakes. Items include: all-purpose flour baking powder salt limes unsalted butter granulated sugar milk fresh mint leaves heavy cream powdered sugar mint extract

all-purpose flour 1 and 1/2 cups
baking powder 1 and 1/2 teaspoons
salt pinch
limes 2
unsalted butter 1/2 cup (softened)
granulated sugar 3/4 cup
milk 1/2 cup
fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup (chopped)
heavy cream 1 cup
powdered sugar 1/4 cup
mint extract 1/2 teaspoon

Take note
Be careful not to overmix the batter, as it can result in dense cupcakes. Remember to let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.

1

Mixing the Cupcake Batter

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 and 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Give them a good whisk to ensure even distribution.

2

Zesting and Juicing the Limes

Grab a couple of limes and give them a good wash. Using a zester or a small grater, zest the limes to get about 1 tablespoon of lime zest. Cut the limes in half and juice them to yield about 1/4 cup of lime juice. Set both the zest and juice aside.

3

Creaming the Butter and Sugar

In a separate bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This will take about 3-4 minutes of mixing.

4

Adding the Wet and Dry Ingredients

Now it's time to add the lime zest and juice to the creamed butter and sugar. Mix until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1/2 cup of milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing after each addition.

5

Folding in the Chopped Fresh Mint

Finely chop a handful of fresh mint leaves, around 1/4 cup. Gently fold the chopped mint into the cupcake batter until evenly distributed. This will infuse your cupcakes with that lovely minty goodness!

6

Baking the Cupcakes

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tray with paper liners. Fill each liner about 2/3 full with the cupcake batter. Bake for approximately 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool completely.

7

Whipping Up the Mint Frosting

For the minty frosting, beat 1 cup of heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add 1/4 cup of powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of mint extract. Continue beating until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat.

8

Frosting and Decorating

Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them generously with the mint frosting. You can get creative with your decorations, whether it's adding a mint leaf on top or sprinkling some lime zest. Let your imagination run wild!