Description
These Tequila Sunrise Cupcakes capture the vibrant sunrise cocktail in a fluffy, buttery cake topped with orange slice and cherry. Made with all‑purpose flour, sugar, butter, eggs, grape juice, orange juice, and vanilla, they bake in just twenty minutes for a quick, eye‑catching dessert. Perfect for brunches, birthday parties, or any celebration, this easy recipe delivers a sweet citrus flavor and a stunning red‑orange swirl that delights both the eyes and taste buds. Serve chilled, extra zest.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grape juice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- Orange slices and cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each; stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry mixture to butter mixture, alternating with grape juice and orange juice; mix until just combined.
- Divide batter among liners, filling two‑thirds full.
- Bake 18‑20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean; cool completely.
- Garnish with orange slices and cherries.
Notes
- These cupcakes can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to three days. For a frosting, try a light cream cheese frosting or a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and grape juice. Freeze baked cupcakes for longer storage
- wrap tightly and thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
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