These key lime cupcakes with lime cream cheese frosting are so sweet, so refreshing, and tasty that can be a great part of every spring or summer party. They are easy to prepare and delicious! Here is the recipe:

Servings 24

Ingredients:

For the cupcakes:

1 package lime-flavored gelatin
1 package lemon cake mix
¾ cup water
3 eggs
1/2 cup Key lime juice
1 cup vegetable oil
A few drops of green food color (optional)

For the frosting:

1/2 cup butter, softened
8 oz. (1 package) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon lime peel, finely grated
1 tablespoon lime juice
5 ¼ cups confectioners’ sugar

Instructions:

To make the cupcakes:

Preheat oven to 350°F/ 180°C/ Gas Mark 4 (325F/150C/Gas Mark 3 for nonstick, silicone, or dark cupcake pan).
Apply paper baking cup in each 24 cupcake cups.
In a mixing bowl, on low speed, whisk all cupcake ingredients for about 30 seconds, then set on medium and beat for additional 2 minutes.
Split batter evenly among cupcake cups, filling each around 2/3 full.
Place in the oven and bake around 20-25 minutes or until tester inserted in center comes out clean.
Remove and cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Then, remove and place on cooling

To make the frosting:

Using an electric mixer, whisk the cream cheese with butter together until creamy, and add the lime peel and lime juice; stir to combine.
Next, whisk in the confectioners’ sugar and mix until well incorporated.
To finish, spread the frosting over the cupcakes. Place in the fridge for about 10 to 15 minutes to set. Serve.

Enjoy!

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