Name: Margarita Cupcakes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 2 h 40 min
Yield: 12 cupcakes or 30 mini cupcakes
Ingredients: 1 and 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled); 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup (115g; 1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar; 2 large eggs, room temperature preferred; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk*; zest + fresh juice of 3 medium limes*; optional: 2 Tablespoons tequila (for brushing in step 5); 1 cup (230g; 2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 4 cups (480g) confectioners' sugar; 3-4 Tablespoons (45-60ml) tequila*; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; lime flavoring (please see notes-- there are options)*; pinch of salt, to taste; optional: lime slices, lime zest, and/or coarse sugar for garnish