White Claw Black Cherry Cupcakes are a fun and flavorful twist on classic cupcakes, perfect for parties or any casual get-together. These light, fluffy treats are infused with the refreshing taste of White Claw Black Cherry Hard Seltzer, giving them a fruity sparkle and soft crumb. Topped with a creamy cherry frosting, they’re a boozy dessert that feels both playful and elegant.
Servings: 12
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
2. Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup White Claw Black Cherry Hard Seltzer
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ cup chopped maraschino cherries (optional for extra flavor)
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons White Claw Black Cherry Hard Seltzer
- 1 tablespoon cherry juice (from maraschino cherries)
- A few drops of red or pink food coloring (optional)
3. Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry
Alternate adding the dry mixture and the liquid (White Claw and milk) into the butter mixture. Mix until smooth. Gently fold in chopped cherries if using.
Step 5: Bake
Spoon the batter evenly into cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 6: Make the Frosting
Beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in the White Claw, cherry juice, and food coloring if desired. Beat until fluffy.
Step 7: Frost and Serve
Pipe or spread frosting over cooled cupcakes. Garnish with a cherry or a light sprinkle of sugar for a sparkling finish.
4. Nutrition (Per Cupcake)
Calories: 310
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Protein: 3g
Sugar: 31g
Sodium: 120mg
5. Tips
- For a stronger flavor, brush a little White Claw on top of warm cupcakes before frosting.
- Keep cupcakes refrigerated if not serving the same day; they stay fresh for up to 3 days.
- You can swap the Black Cherry flavor for Mango or Lime for a fun variation.
- Make mini cupcakes for a bite-sized party treat.
