Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Buttercream Frosting
Lemons are a great source of vitamin C and are believed to have originated in Southeast Asia.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Buttercream Frosting
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 sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the lemon zest and lemon juice.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
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Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
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In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar, followed by the lemon juice and lemon zest.
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Beat until smooth and creamy.
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Frost the cooled cupcakes with the lemon buttercream frosting.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 25g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
