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Shirley Temple Cupcakes

Shirley Temple Cupcakes

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Shirley Temple Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic drink, infusing your celebrations with sweet flavors of grenadine, lemon, and lime. These vibrant cupcakes are perfect for any occasion—from birthday parties to cozy family gatherings—and will certainly be a hit with both kids and adults! Topped with a bright red cherry, they not only taste fantastic but also look adorable, promising to steal the show at your next event. Enjoy these easy-to-make treats that will bring smiles all around!

  • Total Time: 29 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, lemon zest, and lime zest.
  3. In another bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add sour cream, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, grenadine, and water; mix until combined.
  4. Gently fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for about 14 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with buttercream mixed with grenadine and topped with maraschino cherries.
  • Author: Nova
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake (65g)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg