Lemon Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Lemon Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter; 2 tablespoons butter; 3 lemons, zest of; 2 1/2 cups white flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 3 eggs; 1 cup sugar; Glaze; 1/2 cup butter, at room temperature; 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 4 tablespoons lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 cup butter
2 tablespoons butter
3 lemons, zest of
2 1/2 cups white flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1 cup sugar
Glaze
1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
4 tablespoons lemon juice

1
Preheat the oven to 325u00b0F Insert liners into medium cupcake pans.
2
Prepare cupcakes. Melt butter and lemon zest on low heat; the heat helps release the flavors and spice the butter.
3
In a bowl, sift flour, baking powder and salt.
4
Place eggs and sugar in a mixing bowl, beating on medium speed.
5
Gradually add in the dry ingredients, alternating with the melted butter and mix until mixture is light and airy.
6
Fill the cupcake liners two-third full.
7
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cupcakes are springy to the touch and a toothpick inserted in cupcake's center comes out clean.
8
Remove from oven and cool on wire rack for 10 minutes.
9
Prepare glaze: in an eletric mixer,beat butter with powdered sugar and lemon juice until frosting is integrated and smooth (add 1 more tablespoon of lemon juice for creamier texture if desired).
10
Using a spatula, spread frosting on each cupcake, decorating with lemon zest.

1552

kcal

Calories

Fat

193

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, 2 tablespoons butter, 3 lemons, zest of, 2 1/2 cups white flour, and more.

Yes, Lemon 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 Cupcakes

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