Description
Iced Tea Inspired Summer Cupcakes are a refreshing twist on traditional cupcakes, perfectly blending the flavors of your favorite iced tea with a sweet, fluffy base. Each bite is packed with citrusy brightness and a hint of mint, making them an ideal treat for summer picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoying on a sunny afternoon. These delightful cupcakes will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings while capturing the essence of summertime bliss.
Ingredients
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- 1 ? cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ? tsp salt
- ? cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ? cup whole milk (or alternative)
- ? cup iced tea concentrate (your choice)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ? cup unsalted butter (softened)
- Iced tea flavoring (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter until fluffy. Gradually add sugar until light and airy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Pour in milk and iced tea concentrate; mix until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture without overmixing.
- Spoon batter into prepared liners about two-thirds full. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting with the buttercream made from powdered sugar, softened butter, and iced tea flavoring.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg