Description
Easy lemon cupcakes with a light and airy texture. These cupcakes offer a bright, citrusy flavor perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in lemon zest.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with milk and lemon juice, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost with lemon cream cheese frosting (optional).
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, add more lemon zest.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg