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Make Cherry Limeade Cupcakes for a fun treat for parties, cookouts and birthdays. These cupcakes are so vibrant and taste delicious.

cherry limeade cupcake in a green cupcake liner
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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

picture of ingredients: cake mix, eggs, oil, water, jello, powdered sugar, cherries, food coloring, cherry extract and butter.

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.

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

baked cupcakes in a cupcake pan

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.

fork poking holes in the baked cupcake

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.

boiling jello in a saucepan

Step 3 – Boil the water and dissolve the jello mix in the water.

cupcakes in a muffin pan with the jello mixture poured over the top

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

beating frosting ingredients together in a bowl

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.

Adding the red food coloring to the frosting

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. Use these options to add to these fun cupcakes Red striped liners or Green polka dot 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.
cherry limeade cupcake in a green cupcake liner

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Use Any Flavor of Box Cake Mix?

Yes, feel free to make these cupcakes with any flavor of cake mix. You can even make this Homemade Cake Mix Recipe.

How to Store Leftover Cupcakes

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.

Can I Freeze Cupcakes?

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.

cherry limeade cupcake in a green cupcake liner

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Cherry Limeade Cupcakes

5 from 6 votes
Try these amazing cupcakes! Cherry limeade cupcakes are easy but delicious. They are packed with flavor and are perfect for any Summer Party.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cool 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 24
Cuisine American
Course Dessert
Calories 192

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

  • Bake the cupcakes based on the box instructions. 
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool for 10-15 minutes. 
  • Poke the cupcakes with a fork multiples times ensuring that you go to the bottom of the cupcakes. 
  • Boil the 1 cup of water in a separate pan. 
  • Dissolve the jello mix in the boiling water. 
  • Spoon the jello mixture over the cupcakes evenly. 
  • Refrigerate the cupcakes until the jello is set.  
  • Now for the Cherry Frosting Directions:
  • Cream the butter and powder sugar until it looks light and creamy. If it doesn’t cream add several drops of the heavy whipping cream until it creams.
  • Add the cherry extract. Stir to mix well. Add red gel food coloring. Stir to mix well. Test to see if the frosting can form and hold a stiff peak by taking a spoonful of frosting and turning the spoon upside down. If the frosting stays on the spoon it is ready if not then…. Add more powder sugar ½ C at a time…. mix well.
  • If ready scoop the frosting into a pastry bag with a large tip.
  • Twist the open end of the pastry bag to push the frosting to the tip.
  • Start the frosting on the outside edge of the cupcake working to the center of the cupcake.
  • Place a small wedge of fresh lime on the center of the cupcake.

Recipe Notes

If you love cherry limeades as much as my family then I know you will love this fun recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 192kcal, Carbohydrates 19g, Protein 1g, Fat 12g, Saturated Fat 7g, Cholesterol 45mg, Sodium 41mg, Potassium 42mg, Sugar 13g, Vitamin A 390IU, Vitamin C 0.2mg, Calcium 19mg, Iron 0.1mg

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  1. Esperanza says:

    5 stars
    Boiling water?? Didn’t that in the ingredients

  2. Carrie says:

    sorry- 24 cupcakes

  3. Lara says:

    I might have missed it but how many cupcakes does this make?