Vanilla Cupcakes

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C) and lightly butter or line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.

2. 2

   For the Cupcakes: Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. 4

   Beat in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

6. 6

   With the mixer on low speed, alternately add the flour mixture and milk, in three additions, beginning and ending with the flour.

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   Scrape down the sides of the bowl.

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   Evenly fill the muffin cups with the batter and bake for about 18-20 minutes or until nicely browned and a toothpick inserted into a cupcake comes out clean.

9. 9

   Remove from oven and place on a wire rack to cool.

10. 10

    Once the cupcakes have completely cooled, frost with icing.

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