Irmgards Lemon Surprise Cupcakes

Lemon surprise cupcakes get their name from the surprise burst of tangy lemon flavor in each bite, thanks to the lemon zest and juice in the batter.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Irmgards Lemon Surprise Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
8. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes.
11. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Sugars 20g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.