Ruby Red Grapefruit Cupcakes Recipes

RUBY RED GRAPEFRUIT CAKE

Steps:

• Spray a large Bundt pan with nonstick baking spray. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Then put mixture into a stand mixer add eggs, and mix until combined. Then add oil; mix until blended. Next add grapefruit and orange juices, and banana and mix until smooth and creamy. Lastly add sour cream and zests; just mix until combined and smooth.
• Put cake batter into a 10-inch the prepared pan and bake for about 35 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• When done turn pan onto serving platter let stand about 15 minutes then poke small holes in top. I use a straw; be neat about it. Pour Glaze Sauce on partially cooled cake. Let cool about 1 hour and serve. We like it with a scoop of dream sickle ice cream on the side and a sprig of mint.
• This could be a layer cake with cream cheese icing.
• Mix juice and sugar until combined. If it is too thick add more juice a tablespoon at a time. Stir in zest and pecans.

BLUSHING GRAPEFRUIT CUPCAKES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350°F
• Line 16 regular-size (21⁄2-in. diam) muffin cups with paper or foil liners.
• Stir flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl.
• Make a well in center; put oil, water, egg yolks, 3 Tbsp grapefruit juice and the grated peels in well.
• Whisk liquids to mix, then whisk with flour mixture just until blended and smooth.
• Beat egg whites in a medium bowl with mixer on high speed until frothy.
• Add remaining 1 tsp grapefruit juice; beat just until stiff peaks form when beaters are lifted.
• With a rubber spatula, stir 1⁄3 the beaten egg whites into the cupcake batter, then gently fold in remaining whites just until blended.
• Spoon 1⁄4 cup into each lined cup.
• Bake 15 to 18 minutes until tops are browned and a pick inserted near centers comes out clean.
• Cool in pan on a wire rack 5 minutes before removing to rack to cool completely.
• Beat ingredients (except grapefruit segments) in a medium bowl with mixer on low speed just to blend.
• On high speed, beat until smooth and fluffy.
• Finely chop 1 grapefruit segment and stir into frosting.
• Spread on cupcakes.
• Just before serving: Drain remaining grapefruit segments well and place on cupcakes; garnish with mint.
• NOTE: Can be made through Step 5 up to 3 days ahead.
• Refrigerate airtight.
• Section grapefruit up to 1 day before using; refrigerate covered.

RUBY RED GRAPEFRUIT MARGARITAS

Steps:

• Use the wedge of grapefruit to rub the rims of 6 margarita glases with grapefruit juice.
• Dip the rims in the kosher salt to coat.
• Set glasses aside.
• Place the tequila, vodka, simple syrup, grapefruit juice, lime juice and ice in a bar blender and puree until smooth.
• Divide the margarita between 6 glasses and garnish with grapefruit quarters.

GRAPEFRUIT MARMALADE

Steps:

• Inspect two 5-ounce jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until marmalade is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
• Thoroughly wash and dry the grapefruits. Run a zester around 2 grapefruits to produce ribbons of zest. Set aside. Cut away thin strips of peel from the other two grapefruits with a sharp paring knife.
• Peel off all remaining outer white parts of the fruit and discard. Cut the grapefruits into wheels. Remove any seeds.
• Put grapefruit wheels and zest strips into a non-reactive saucepan. Add sugar and stir well to cover fruit. Heat over medium-high heat until bubbling, mixing constantly. Smash the heated fruit until it liquefies. Reduce heat to low and cook over a steady boil, stirring often. Remove and discard any persistent white froth that won't disappear after being stirred. Continue to cook for about 10 minutes until marmalade begins to coat the back of a spoon.
• Add zest ribbons and cook for 5 minutes more. Place a small amount of marmalade on a plate and put it in the freezer. Test the consistency after 3 minutes.
• Remove the marmalade from the heat when the freezer sample meets your desired consistency.
• Pack grapefruit jam into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 10 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.

RUBY GRAPEFRUIT GRANITA

Steps:

• Halve the grapefruits crosswise, and squeeze juice into a large wide bowl, allowing any pulp to fall in. Use a teaspoon to pluck out any seed or pith in the bowl.
• Whisk in sugar until completely dissolved. Pour mixture into a low baking dish to a depth of 1/2-inch. (A 9-by-13-inch baking dish will work.) Place the dish in the freezer for at least 4 hours or overnight, until frozen solid. The frozen mixture will look like packed snow.
• Use a fork to smash the frozen mixture into rough chunks and transfer to 6 serving glasses. Place glasses in the freezer until serving time. If desired, add 1/2 teaspoon orange flower water per glass.