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Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Frosting

Moist Lemon Cupcakes with Zesty Lemon Frosting Bliss

Enjoy these Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Frosting that are fluffy, zesty, and perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Avoid self-rising or cake flour for best results.
  • 1 tsp Baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda Supports additional leavening.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon zest Intensifies flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Should be at room temperature.
  • 2 large Eggs Should be at room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Use whole or low-fat, at room temperature.
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Confectioners' sugar For smooth frosting.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Must be at room temperature.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice Adds zesty flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Milk Optional for adjusting consistency.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • stand mixer
  • whisk
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

Cupcake Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Cream sugar and lemon zest, mix in butter until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mix in lemon juice.
  5. Combine dry and wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
  6. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full and bake for 20-22 minutes.
  7. Cool cupcakes in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Frosting Instructions
  1. Beat softened butter until fluffy, then gradually mix in confectioners' sugar.
  2. Add fresh lemon juice, adjust with milk if necessary.
  3. Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.

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