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Lemon Cupcakes Recipe

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These Lemon Cupcakes offer a delightful balance of tartness and sweetness, perfect for a refreshing dessert. Soft, moist, and infused with natural lemon juice, they are easy to prepare and can be enjoyed plain or topped with your favorite frosting. A simple, zestful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

Cupcake Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps incorporate air for a soft cupcake texture.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the milk and fresh lemon juice to the creamed butter and sugar, stirring to combine the liquids evenly.
  3. Incorporate Flour: Slowly stir in the all-purpose flour into the wet ingredients to form a smooth batter, being careful not to overmix to keep the cupcakes tender.
  4. Fill Cupcake Molds: Pour the batter evenly into cupcake molds or liners, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising during baking.
  5. Bake the Cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cupcakes for approximately 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the molds for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Optional Topping: Once cooled, top the cupcakes with your favorite frosting, or enjoy them plain as a light lemon treat.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for a bright and natural lemon flavor.
  • Room temperature butter and milk will help create a smoother batter.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense cupcakes.
  • The baking time may vary slightly depending on your oven; start checking at 18 minutes.
  • These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute the flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

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