Lemon Cupcakes
Lemon Cupcakes are the perfect treat to brighten up any day. These delightful cupcakes are bursting with zesty lemon flavor and topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting, making each bite a refreshing experience. Easy to prepare, they’re ideal for celebrations or simply enjoying with friends on a sunny afternoon. With their fluffy texture and vibrant taste, these Lemon Cupcakes will quickly become a favorite for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk alternately to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting with whipped cream cheese mixed with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg