Zesty Mountain Dew Lemon Cupcakes
Elevate your dessert experience with these delightful Zesty Mountain Dew Lemon Cupcakes! Inspired by a popular blog, 'Nothing But Country', this recipe has been finely tuned to bring a burst of citrusy flavor and a fun twist to every bite. The cupcakes are light, fluffy, and infused with the refreshing taste of Mountain Dew, paired with a luscious buttery frosting that has hints of lemon and lime. This dessert is perfect for parties, celebrations, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth. Each cupcake is brightened with vibrant colors, making them not only delicious but visually appealing as well.
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
lemon cake mix
18 ounces (dry mix)
lemon pudding mix
3.5 ounces (dry mix)
eggs
4 (whole)
Mountain Dew soda
1.25 cups (carbonated beverage)
vegetable oil
1/2 cup (liquid)
yellow food coloring
3-5 drops (for coloring)
confectioners' sugar
4 cups (powdered)
salted butter
1 cup (at room temperature)
Mountain Dew soda (for frosting)
1/8 cup (carbonated beverage)
lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon (freshly squeezed)
lime juice
1/2 tablespoon (freshly squeezed)
neon green food coloring
3-5 drops (for coloring)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
2
In a large bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, lemon pudding mix, and eggs. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
3
Gradually add the vegetable oil to the mixture and beat for 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
4
Slowly incorporate the Mountain Dew soda into the batter, mixing for an additional minute until fully combined.
5
Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 13-17 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
7
Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8
While the cupcakes cool, prepare the frosting. In a large mixing bowl, beat the room temperature salted butter until smooth and creamy.
9
Slowly add the confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
10
Mix in the lemon juice and Mountain Dew soda, continuing to beat until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.
11
If the frosting is too thick, gradually add more Mountain Dew, one teaspoon at a time, until it's ideal for piping or spreading.
12
Once the cupcakes are completely cool, generously frost each cupcake with the lemon Mountain Dew frosting.
13
Optionally, add sprinkles or decorative toppings to enhance their festive look. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Mountain Dew Lemon Cupcakes?
They are light, fluffy cupcakes infused with Mountain Dew and lemon flavors, topped with a buttery lemon-lime frosting.
What inspired this cupcake recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a popular blog called 'Nothing But Country' and has been finely tuned for a burst of citrus flavor.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking?
You should preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What kind of cake mix is required?
The recipe calls for one 18-ounce package of lemon cake mix.
Is there pudding mix in the cupcakes?
Yes, the recipe uses 3.5 ounces of dry lemon pudding mix.
How many eggs are needed for the batter?
You will need 4 whole eggs for the cupcake batter.
How much Mountain Dew is used in the cake batter?
The batter requires 1.25 cups of Mountain Dew soda.
How much vegetable oil is added to the mix?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of vegetable oil.
How long should I beat the batter after adding oil?
You should beat the mixture for 2 minutes until it is smooth and creamy.
How long should the Mountain Dew be mixed into the batter?
Mix for an additional minute after slowly incorporating the soda.
How much should I fill the cupcake liners?
Each liner should be filled about two-thirds full with batter.
What is the baking time for these cupcakes?
Bake the cupcakes for 13 to 17 minutes.
How can I tell if the cupcakes are done?
A toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake should come out clean.
How long should cupcakes cool in the pan?
Allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
What kind of butter is used for the frosting?
The frosting uses 1 cup of salted butter at room temperature.
How much confectioners' sugar is needed for the frosting?
The recipe requires 4 cups of powdered confectioners' sugar.
How is the sugar added to the frosting?
Add the sugar slowly, one cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
How much Mountain Dew goes into the frosting?
The initial amount is 1/8 cup of Mountain Dew soda.
What citrus juices are used in the frosting?
The frosting includes 1/2 tablespoon each of freshly squeezed lemon and lime juice.
What should I do if the frosting is too thick?
Gradually add more Mountain Dew, one teaspoon at a time, until it reaches the ideal consistency.
Is food coloring used in the batter?
Yes, 3-5 drops of yellow food coloring are used for the batter.
Is food coloring used in the frosting?
Yes, 3-5 drops of neon green food coloring are added to the frosting.
When should I frost the cupcakes?
Wait until the cupcakes are completely cool before generously frosting them.
Are there any suggested toppings?
Optionally, you can add sprinkles or decorative toppings to enhance their look.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 total ingredients used in this recipe.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This is a dessert recipe, specifically for cupcakes.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Key tags include dessert, cupcakes, mountain dew, lemon, lime, sweet treats, and baking.
Can I use these for parties?
Yes, these cupcakes are perfect for parties, celebrations, or satisfying a sweet tooth.
What texture can I expect from the cupcakes?
The cupcakes are light and fluffy with a luscious buttery frosting.
How is the butter prepared for the frosting?
The butter should be at room temperature and beaten until smooth and creamy.