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Triple Citrus Burst Cupcakes topped with vibrant citrus frosting

Refreshing Triple Citrus Burst Cupcakes

These light, fluffy cupcakes, bursting with the zesty flavors of orange, lemon, and lime, are perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk
  • 1 each zest of orange
  • 1 each zest of lemon
  • 1 each zest of lime
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 each juice of orange
  • 1 each juice of lemon
  • 1 each juice of lime
For the Frosting
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 each juice of lime
  • 1 each zest of lime for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy—about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  5. Stir in the buttermilk, vanilla, zests, and juices from orange, lemon, and lime.
  6. Carefully spoon the batter into each cupcake liner, filling each about two-thirds full.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lime juice, and heavy cream. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with the lime frosting and add lime zest on top for garnish.

Notes

When zesting, avoid the white pith for sweetness. These cupcakes are great for celebrations or simple afternoon treats!