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Mint Julep Cupcakes

This Mint Julep cupcake is reminiscent of the famous drink found at the iconic Kentucky Derby. This easy recipe uses real Kentucky bourbon in the batter and mint jelly in the icing to give these moist, delicious cupcakes that Mint Julep kick!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Calories 346.08 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 ¼ tsp baking powder
  • ½ cup softened butter or plant-based substitute
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp Kentucky Bourbon can substitute 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup softened butter or plant-based substitute
  • 2 tsp Kentucky Bourbon can substitute 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp mint jelly
  • 1 tsp mint extract for added mint flavor
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Green food color

Disclaimer:

Nutritional Information is provided as a courtesy only and should be viewed as an estimate. Ingredients can vary with brands and size and Inspiration Apron makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

Instructions
 

  • Line a cupcake tin (this recipe makes 12 regular sized cupcakes) and preheat oven to 350℉ / 175℃.
  • In a small bowl, whisk flour, salt and baking powder together and set aside.
  • Next, cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Then add egg, bourbon (or vanilla) and greek yogurt and mix at medium speed until combined.
  • Add the flour 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until just combined after each time.
  • Using a rubber spatula, scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl and do any final mixing by hand.
  • Evenly distribute batter between the cupcake liners, (about half full in each one.)
  • Bake at 350℉ /175℃ for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and when checked with a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs.
  • Brush each cupcake with bourbon and let the cupcakes completely cool before frosting.
  • With a mixer, whip the butter on on high speed until fluffy and light, then add powdered sugar, roughly a 1/2 cup at a time, beating at low speed.
  • Next, pour in the bourbon (or vanilla) and add the mint jelly.
  • Mix until well combined.
  • At this point, if you wish to add any of the optional ingredients, such as green food coloring or mint extract, you may add and mix well.
  • If icing is thick, add a little water or more bourbon, or if too thin, add more powdered sugar until the desired consistency.
  • Add icing to a piping bag (or plastic sandwich bag with corner snipped) and frost your cupcakes.
  • Garnish with a fresh mint leaf.

Nutrition

Calories: 346.08kcalCarbohydrates: 47.46gProtein: 2.64gFat: 15.9gSaturated Fat: 9.88gCholesterol: 56.59mgSodium: 232.87mgFiber: 0.29gSugar: 38.3g
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