Go Back Email Link
+ servings
Print Recipe
No ratings yet

Cherry Limeade Filled Cupcakes

Cherry Limeade Filled Cupcakes are a cupcake take on the classic Cherry Limeade drink. Vanilla cupcakes are filled with lime curd and then topped with a cherry flavored buttercream frosting. A fresh cherry on top makes the perfect cupcake garnish. 
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Cupcakes
Keyword: baking, cherry limeade cupcakes, cherry limeade filled cupcakes, cupcakes
Servings: 24 cupcakes
Calories:
Author: NicholeL

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

  • 15.25 oz. box vanilla cake mix + ingredients on the back
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • zest of 1 lime

For the Filling:

  • 6 oz. lime curd

For the Frosting:

  • 3 sticks unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoon cherry gelatin powder
  • 1-2 tablespoon milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • fresh cherries for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line two cupcake pans with paper liners.
  • Combine the cake mix and ingredients (eggs, oil, water), along with the vanilla and lime zest in the bowl of a stand mixer. Beat until fully combined.
  • Divide the batter into the prepared cupcake pans, filling each about halfway full.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or according to box directions.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
  • Use a paring knife to cut out circles in the center of the tops of the cupcakes.
  • Fill each opening with the lime curd.
  • Add the butter to the stand mixer with the blade attachment and beat on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  • Add in the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, followed by the cherry gelatin, milk, and salt. Mix until combined.
  • Transfer the frosting into a piping bag with a tip and pipe the frosting onto the cupcake.
  • Garnish with a fresh cherry.

Notes

Cupcakes can be made 1 day in advance. Fill with the curd and top with the frosting the day you are serving them.