Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup bourbon or whiskey (for an authentic cocktail flavor)
- Optional: orange zest or cherry garnishes for decoration
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons bourbon or whiskey
- Food coloring (your choice, for added flair)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract and a splash of bourbon or whiskey, blending until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk, alternating to create a smooth, pourable batter.
- Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
- Beat the softened butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well.
- Pour in bourbon or whiskey, and beat until smooth and creamy. Add food coloring if desired for a vintage look.
- Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or a butter knife.
- Garnish with a small cherry, orange zest, or a tiny cocktail umbrella for extra flair.
- For added authenticity, incorporate little cocktail stirrers or garnishes reminiscent of the 1960s.
Notes
- Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.
- For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week.
- Allow cupcakes to come to room temperature before serving for optimal flavor and moisture.
- Freeze unfilled or decorated cupcakes for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 220 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg