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Cuba Libre Cupcakes Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Cuba with these irresistible Cuba Libre Cupcakes! Inspired by the classic cocktail, these moist and decadent cupcakes blend the rich notes of dark rum and Coca-Cola with a zesty lime twist. Perfect for parties or a special treat, this recipe delivers a unique baking experience you won't forget. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these unforgettable cupcakes!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 192.3 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cuba Libre Cupcakes

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup Coca-Cola
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons dark rum
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • Lime wedge, for garnish
  • chocolate rum cream cheese frosting

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How to Make Cuba Libre Cupcakes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1/2 cup Coca-Cola, and 2 tablespoons dark rum. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons lime juice and 1/2 cup milk. Set aside.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  6. Add the cooled butter-Coca-Cola mixture to the dry ingredients and beat with an electric mixer until well combined.
  7. Add 1 large egg and beat until just combined. Gently pour in the lime juice and milk mixture and mix until just incorporated. The batter will be thin.
  8. Fill each cupcake liner about ⅔ full.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cooled, frost with your favorite chocolate rum cream cheese frosting (recipe not included).
  12. Garnish each cupcake with a lime wedge.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

70g

Fat

26g

Carbs

8g

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