Irish Coffee Cupcakes

Irish Coffee Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of coffee and whiskey with a sweet and moist cupcake. These cupcakes are perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any special occasion.

Irish Coffee Cupcakes

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
  • 1/4 cup Irish whiskey
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the coffee and whiskey in a separate bowl.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Add the flour mixture to the batter, alternating with the buttermilk and coffee mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling them 2/3 full.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  9. Cool the cupcakes in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
3g
Fat
11g

Supplies

Muffin tin Cupcake liners Mixing bowls Whisk Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Oven Mixer

Serving suggestions

Serve the Irish Coffee Cupcakes with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder on top.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of flavor, brush the cooled cupcakes with a little extra Irish whiskey before frosting.

Cost

$10