Easy Lemon Cupcakes

Homemade and Easy Lemon Cupcakes with basic kinds of lemon soaked in giving you the moistest cupcakes ever! Put them on the menu for your next breakfast and event,I knew homemade Lemon Cupcakes had to happen.

If you love these Lemon Cupcakes – you’ll love our Easy Chocolate Chip Muffins too!

These days, these little guys are like sunshine in a wrapper because they’re light and zesty and they’ve got just enough zing to make you go “Ooooh yes” which makes them perfect for spring brunches or lazy Sunday baking or even those weird cravings that hit around 10 p.m. and yes, I’ve definitely been there.

Have you ever had that one dessert that just feels like a mood boost because this is exactly that and I’m not even joking.
And if your frosting ends up a little messy then honestly, who cares
since it’s homemade and that’s exactly where the charm lies.

So go grab your lemons and maybe hide a few cupcakes from the rest of the family because I’m just sayin’, you’ll want more than one.

Ingredients :

• 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 lemons
• Zest of 2 lemons grated yellow skin only
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Frosting:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1-2 tablespoons milk if needed to thin frosting

How to Make Lemon Cupcakes

Step 1

The first thing you need to do is preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Set the oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a muffin tray with paper cups or grease the tray with butter.

Step 2

Second: Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This helps the cupcakes rise and gives them a wonderful textur. Create the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or a stand mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is important because it adds air to the batter and makes the cupcakes tender.

Step 3

Now, add the eggs and vanilla: Beat the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and stir. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and yogurt: Combine fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and yogurt or sour cream. These ingredients add moisture and a distinctive lemon flavor. Combine the wet and dry ingredients: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until combined. Don’t overmix the batter should be smooth, but it’s okay if it’s a little lumpy. Fill the cupcake cases: Spoon the batter evenly into the cupcake cases, filling each case about two-thirds full.

Step 4

Now let’s bake: Place the cupcakes in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes. Check by inserting a toothpick in the center—if it comes out clean, they’re done. Cool: Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Step 5

Finally, make the frosting: Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add milk if the frosting is too thick. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
Decorate the cupcakes: Use a knife or piping bag to pipe the frosting onto each cooled cupcake.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

To make these yummy Lemon Cupcakes, you’ll only need a few basic kitchen tools

• Muffin tin 12-cup
• Cupcake liners or cupcake grease
• Mixing bowls at least 2
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Whisk
• Hand mixer or stand mixer
• Grater or zester for lemon zest
• Spatula or spoon for mixing
• Cooling rack
• Toothpick or cake tester
• Piping bag or knife for frosting

Tips for Perfect Lemon Cupcakes

Use fresh lemons: Fresh lemon juice and zest make a huge difference in flavor compared to bottled lemon juice.

Don’t overmix: Overmixing the batter can make cupcakes dense and tough. Mix just until the ingredients come together.

Add a little lemon zest on top: Sprinkle some zest on the frosting for extra zing and a pretty look.

What to Eat with Lemon Cupcakes ??

I love having these cupcakes with a glass of fruit juice or a cold drink. My mother-in-law loves them with a cup of chamomile or green tea, and my toddler loves them with chocolate milk. As you know, kids love sweets the most, and sometimes I like to add a scoop of ice cream. It’s delicious, too.

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