INGREDIENTS
1
and 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled)
2 tsp
baking powder
1/2 tsp
salt
1/2 cup
(115g; 1 stick) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup
granulated sugar
2
large eggs, room temperature preferred
2 tsp
pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup
whole milk*
zest + fresh juice of 3 medium limes*
optional: 2 Tablespoons tequila (for brushing in step 5)
1 cup
(230g; 2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
4 cups
confectioners' sugar
3 tbsp
(45-60ml) tequila*
1 tsp
pure vanilla extract
lime flavoring (please see notes-- there are options)*
salt, to taste
optional: lime slices, lime zest, and/or coarse sugar for garnish