Mint Julep Cupcakes

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Bourbon and creme de menthe liquor give these Mint Julep cupcakes a kick of booze with the delicious flavor of everyone's favorite Kentucky Derby cocktail!

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Save yourself some time by gathering all ingredients before getting started.

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Whisk together flour, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl.

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With the mixer running, add eggs one at a time, then add extracts.

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With the mixer on low, speed, slowly beat in 1/2 of the flour mixture...

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...Then add the milk and liquors to the batter...

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...Lastly, add the rest of the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

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Fill baking cups 3/4 of the way full. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Then cool on a wire rack.

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Meanwhile, make the Mint Julep frosting!

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Cream butter on medium speed until smooth.

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Turn the mixer to low and beat in salt and 1/2 of the powdered sugar.

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Mix in bourbon and creme de menthe, remaining powdered sugar, and green food dye (if you like).

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Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes.

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Click the link below for the full recipe and tips to make these yummy Mint Julep Cupcakes.

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