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Shirley Temple Cupcakes

Shirley Temple Cupcakes
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Shirley Temple Cupcakes are the perfect sweet treat to brighten any gathering! Inspired by the classic non-alcoholic cocktail, these delightful cupcakes combine the refreshing flavors of grenadine, lemon, and lime. Their vibrant colors and fluffy texture make them a hit for celebrations like birthdays or family get-togethers. Topped with creamy frosting and a maraschino cherry, these cupcakes not only taste amazing but also look stunning on social media. Enjoy the nostalgia and joy of these playful desserts that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • zest of 1 small lemon
  • zest of 1 small lime
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup grenadine
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons grenadine
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 16 maraschino cherries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, lemon zest, and lime zest.
  3. In another bowl, blend room-temperature butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, grenadine, and water.
  5. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly among muffin tins and bake for about 14 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For frosting, beat room-temperature butter with powdered sugar until smooth; mix in grenadine.
  9. Frost cooled cupcakes and top with maraschino cherries.

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