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lemon cupcakes

Delicious lemon cupcakes with fluffy lemon buttercream frosting, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups cake flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 large egg whites
  • 0.5 cup whole milk
  • 2 lamon lemon (zested and juiced)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In small bowl, mix egg whites, 1/4 cup of milk, and lemon zest. Set aside.
  2. In mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Add in dry ingredients and mix until combined. Gradually add in egg white mixture, then remaining milk. Beat until smooth.
  3. Prepare cupcake tins with paper liners. Fill liners half full and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes. Cool completely before frosting.
  4. For the frosting, beat softened butter for 3-5 minutes. Add powdered sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice. Beat until fluffy.
  5. Frost cooled cupcakes with lemon buttercream. Decorate as desired and serve.

Notes

These lemon cupcakes are light, lemony, and perfect for spring or summer gatherings.