Lemon Cupcakes: Easy and Refreshingly Sweet Homemade Treats
Enjoy these delicious lemon cupcakes that are perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the buttermilk.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before frosting.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a lemon glaze on top of the cupcakes.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Lemon Cupcakes, Homemade Treats, Dessert