Lemon-Cream Cheese Cupcakes
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Cream cheese frosting is a classic pairing with lemon cupcakes, as the tanginess of the cream cheese complements the bright citrus flavor.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Lemon-Cream Cheese Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
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Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
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In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
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Once the cupcakes have cooled, pipe or spread the cream cheese frosting onto the cupcakes.
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Let the cupcakes rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 36g12%
- Sugars 24g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.