Lemon Butterfly Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Lemon Butterfly Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 2 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1-3/4 cups cake flour; 1-3/4 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup milk; 1-3/4 cups cold milk; 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix; 28 pieces shoestring licorice (2 inches), optional; 1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups cake flour
1-3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1-3/4 cups cold milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
28 pieces shoestring licorice (2 inches), optional
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar

1
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition.
2
Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350u00b0 for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
3
Meanwhile, for filling, in a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set.
4
Using a sharp knife, cut a 1-in. cone-shaped piece 1 in. deep from the center of each cupcake. Carefully remove and set aside. Fill cavity with pudding mixture.
5
For wings, cut reserved cone pieces in half vertically; arrange on top of filling with points touching. Insert licorice for antennae if desired. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate leftovers.

3160

kcal

Calories

Fat

644

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter, softened, 1 cup sugar, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Lemon Butterfly Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Lemon Butterfly Cupcakes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions