Description
Delightful lemon cupcakes that evoke warmth and happiness, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- 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 zest.
- Whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
- Scoop the batter into the liners, filling them about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a light lemon glaze or dusting with powdered sugar. Serve with tea, coffee, or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: lemon cupcakes, dessert, baking, gluten-free cupcakes, sweet treats