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Lemon Blossom Cupcakes

Deliciously moist lemon cupcakes topped with a light lemon buttercream frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Lemon Buttercream Frosting
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons milk as needed for consistency

Method
 

Prepare Cupcakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the buttermilk, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
Prepare Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
  3. Add the lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing until well combined.
  4. If the frosting is too thick, add milk a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Frost the cooled cupcakes as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cupcakes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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