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Lemon Cupcakes

Lemon Cupcakes

Delightful Lemon Cupcakes that burst with citrus flavor and are perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 195
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 whole fresh lemons zest and juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup whole milk

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder until combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in the lemon zest, juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with the milk until just combined.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 2gFat: 8g

Notes

Feel free to customize your cupcakes with different frostings and add-ins like poppy seeds or coconut sugar for a unique twist.

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