Pimms Cupcakes 2

These Pimms Cupcakes are a fun take on the traditional Pimms drink. Pimms liqueur, strawberries, cucumber, and mint are mixed in to make them taste cool and refreshing. Great for a treat in the summer

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup Pimms liqueur
• 1/4 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup finely chopped strawberries
• 1/4 cup finely chopped cucumber
• 1/4 cup finely chopped orange segments
• 1/4 cup finely chopped mint leaves
• 1/4 cup Pimms liqueur for brushing
• Whipped cream for topping
• Fresh strawberries, cucumber, and mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C

Line a cupcake tin with paper liners

In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt

Set aside

In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined

Stir in the 1/2 cup of Pimms liqueur, buttermilk, and vanilla extract

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined

Fold in the finely chopped strawberries, cucumber, orange segments, and mint leaves

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean

While the cupcakes are still warm, brush the tops with the remaining 1/4 cup of Pimms liqueur to infuse them with flavor

Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack

Once cooled, pipe or spread whipped cream on top of each cupcake as frosting

Garnish with fresh strawberries, cucumber slices, and mint leaves

Serve and enjoy your delightful Pimms Cupcakes