Make Cherry Limeade Cupcakes for a fun treat for parties, cookouts and birthdays. These cupcakes are so vibrant and taste delicious.
The cherry and lime combination is amazing and the cupcakes are so moist and flavorful. Plus, they just look gorgeous. This recipe will brighten anyone’s day!
Make sure you try some more of our delicious cupcakes. I know you will find more recipes your family will love. If you love cherry limeade flavors, make this Sonic Cherry Limeade Recipe.
Why This Recipe Works
If you are looking for a delicious cupcake that is perfect for any occasion, make these. I love that it starts with a cupcake and is topped with homemade frosting.
These cupcakes are delicious and easy to make.
Ingredients
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Variations Ideas
- Cake Mix – Use different flavors of cake mix.
- Jello – You can make this recipe with different flavors of Jello.
- Frosting – I love the way that homemade frosting taste, but feel free to use store bought frosting.
How to Make Cherry Limeade Cupcakes
Step 1 – Bake the cupcakes based on the box instructions in the preheated oven. Let the cupcakes cool for about 10-15 minutes on wire rack. Another idea is add lime zest to the cupcake batter.
Step 2 – Poke the cupcakes all over. I normally use a fork to do this. You want to make sure that the fork goes all the way to the bottom. This will help the jello soak in every spot once you get to that step.
Step 3 – Boil the water and dissolve the jello mix in the water.
Step 4 – Use a spoon and put the jello mixture over the cupcakes. Once you have covered all the cupcakes, put them in the fridge to let the jello set.
How to Make Cherry Frosting
Step 1 – Cream the butter and powder sugar together until it looks light and fluffy in a large bowl. Use an electric mixer or a stand mixer with paddle attachment.
Step 2 – Add the cherry extract and stir it all together. Go ahead and add the red gel food coloring and mix it together well. If the frosting can form and hold a stiff peak, it is ready.
- Step 3 – Put the frosting into a pastry bag with a large tip. It helps to twist the open end of the pastry bag to push the frosting to the tip.
- Step 4 – Once this is ready, start frosting the cupcakes. I like to start on the outside edge of the cupcake working to the center of the cupcake.
- Step 5 – This is optional but looks so pretty. Put a wedge of fresh lime on the center of each cupcake. You can also put a cherry on top as well.
Recipe Tips
- Cupcake Pans – We love to line the cupcake pan with muffin cups liners.
- Frosting Consistency – If it doesn’t cream to the desired consistency, add several drops of the heavy whipping cream until it does. If it is to wet or sticky add more powdered sugar. I usually start with a tablespoon.
- Piping Supplies – If you do not have piping supplies, the cupcakes will still be beautiful spread on by a knife. Frost cupcakes after they have cooled for the best results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, feel free to make these cupcakes with any flavor of cake mix. You can even make this Homemade Cake Mix Recipe.
Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container. You can place in the refrigerator or leave them at room temperature. The cupcakes will last about 3-4 days.
Yes, you can freeze cupcakes in a freezer safe container. We do recommend freezing the cupcakes unfrosted. The cupcakes will last about 3 months is stored properly.
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Cherry Limeade Cupcakes
Ingredients
Cupcakes:
- 1 box white cake mix plus ingredients needed based on the box instructions
- 1 3 oz box lime jello mix
- 1 cup water
Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp cherry extract
- red gel food coloring
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Instructions
Cupcakes:
- Prepare and bake the white cake mix according to the package directions to make 24 cupcakes.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool for 10–15 minutes.
- Using a fork or skewer, poke holes all over the tops of the cupcakes, making sure to poke deep enough for the gelatin to soak in.
- Bring the water to a boil, then whisk in the lime gelatin until completely dissolved.
- Spoon the gelatin mixture evenly over each cupcake.
- Refrigerate until the gelatin is fully set.
Cherry Frosting:
- Beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually beat in the powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the heavy whipping cream and cherry extract.
- Add a few drops of red gel food coloring and mix until evenly colored. If needed, add a little more powdered sugar until the frosting is stiff enough for piping.
Assemble:
- Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large decorating tip.
- Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes.
- Garnish each cupcake with a small fresh lime wedge, if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Boiling water?? Didn’t that in the ingredients
I might have missed it but how many cupcakes does this make?
sorry- 24 cupcakes