dairy
baked
everyday
dessert
soft
International
all seasons
Room Temperature
Lemon Cupcake
Difficulty
easy
Time
40m
Price Category
average
Calories
High
Bring a little sunshine into your kitchen with these refreshing Lemon Cupcakes! These light and fluffy cakes are bursting with vibrant lemon flavor, perfectly complemented by a creamy, tangy lemon buttercream frosting. They are perfect for any occasion, whether it's an afternoon tea or a festive gathering. Lemon cupcakes are guaranteed to bring a smile to everyone's face and are quick and easy to make.
ingredients
Steps
Prepare
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
Mix Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
Bake Cupcakes
Divide the batter evenly among the paper liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make Frosting
While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the buttercream. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the lemon juice, until smooth and creamy. Stir in the lemon zest.
Frost & Serve
Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the lemon buttercream using a spatula or piping bag. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator.
Extra Tips
► Do not overmix the batter, otherwise your cupcakes will turn out dry and dense. Mix only until just combined.
► Use room temperature butter for the frosting; it will result in a much creamier and smoother texture.
► Garnish your cupcakes with fresh lemon slices or extra lemon zest for an even more appealing look.
Nutrition
| Per 100g | Per Serving 80g / 1 cupcake | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 350kcal | 280kcal |
| Protein | 4g | 3g |
| Fat | 18g | 14g |
| Carbohydrate | 45g | 36g |
| Fiber | 1g | 1g |
| Sugar | 30g | 24g |