Lemon Cupcakes Recipe
Lemon Cupcakes Recipe delectable of the world welcome! Bursting with citrusy flavor and topped with luxurious buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are sure to elevate your baking game and brighten any occasion. Whether you’re craving a delightful treat for a special celebration or simply indulging in a moment of pure culinary bliss, these lemon cupcakes are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings.
With a straightforward recipe and easy-to-follow instructions, even novice bakers can master the art of creating these irresistible delights. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that promises to tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to wow your friends and family with these heavenly lemon cupcakes — they’re sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire!
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Cupcake Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup milk
Lemon Buttercream Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Yellow food coloring (optional)
- Lemon slices or zest for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Wet Ingredients: Lightly beat softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until creamy.
- Add the lemon juice after beating the eggs one by one.
- Combining: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, with milk.
- Mix until all ingredients are combined.
- Baking: Add spoon batter into each cupcake liner about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cooling: Remove cupcakes from oven and allow to cool in pan for a few minutes.
- Transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Lemon Buttercream Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest, beating until smooth.
- Optionally, add yellow food coloring for brightness.
- Frosting: Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, garnish lemon buttercream using a piping bag or spatula.
- Garnish: Garnish with lemon slices or zest if desired.
Cupcake Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: Approximately 280
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 130mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 36g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugars: 26g
- Protein: 3g
Note: Nutritional values may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.