Vanilla Poppy Seed Cupcakes with Lemon-Lime Sugar
Poppy seeds are derived from the opium poppy plant, but the seeds themselves do not contain any narcotic properties.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Vanilla Poppy Seed Cupcakes with Lemon-Lime Sugar
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 separate large bowl, cream together the softened 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.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Stir in the poppy seeds.
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Slowly pour in the milk and mix until the batter is smooth.
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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 comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
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Transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest, lime zest, and powdered sugar.
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In a separate bowl, mix together the lemon juice and lime juice.
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Dip the top of each cupcake into the juice mixture, then sprinkle with the lemon-lime sugar.
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Allow the cupcakes to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
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Enjoy your delicious Vanilla Poppy Seed Cupcakes with Lemon-Lime Sugar!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 32g11%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
