Lemon-Lime Cupcakes

Lemon-lime cupcakes are a refreshing twist on traditional cupcakes, combining the tangy flavors of lemon and lime for a burst of citrusy goodness.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 48 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Lemon-Lime Cupcakes

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 18 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 48 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3360

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon Lime zest
• 2 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 2 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the lemon zest, lime zest, lemon juice, and lime 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 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lime juice until smooth.
10. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.
11. Enjoy the lemon-lime cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 280kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13g20%

Total Carbohydrate 38g13%

Sugars 26g

Protein 2g4%

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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.