Lemon Lime Soda Cupcakes
Lemon Lime Soda Cupcakes are light, fluffy, and bursting with citrus flavor thanks to the addition of lemon-lime soda. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for parties, picnics, or anytime you want a fun twist on classic cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 box white cake mix
- 1 cup lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7UP)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 cup butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons lemon-lime soda (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Lemon and lime slices or zest, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix, lemon-lime soda, oil, eggs, lemon zest, and lime zest. Mix until smooth.
- Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, lemon-lime soda, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with lemon or lime zest or slices if desired.
Notes
- Use diet soda for a lighter version of the cupcakes.
- These cupcakes freeze well—just frost after thawing.
- Try using lemon or lime extract for an extra citrus punch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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