Strawberry Daiquiri Cupcakes Semi Homemade

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This is my take on a super easy semi-homemade recipe from dierberg's everybody cooks june 2008 issue. perfect for a summery luncheon, a bridal shower, a baby (girl) shower, or a get-together with the girls!!

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Steps

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In a 2 cup glass measuring cup , combine lime peel and juice with rum.

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Add water to bring liquid up to 1 1 / 4 cups.

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Beat cake mix , lime / rum / water mixture , apple sauce and eggs in large bowl on low speed for 30 seconds , then on medium speed for 2 minutes.

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Line 24 muffin cups with paper baking cups.

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Spoon batter into muffin cups , filling about 2 / 3 full.

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Bake in 350 degree oven 15-17 minutes.

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Remove cupcakes from pans immediately , place on wire racks and cool completely.

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Pipe / spread cool whip or frosting on top of cupcakes.

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Garnish each with a quarter of a strawberry and a little grated lime peel.

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Ingredients

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lime zest, fresh lime juice, light rum, strawberry cake mix, water, applesauce, eggs, strawberry cool whip, fresh strawberries