Best 3 Gluten Free Lovely Lemon Cupcakes Recipes

Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with these gluten-free lemon cupcakes, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. These cupcakes are not just a gluten-free alternative; they are an explosion of zesty lemon, perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness, resulting in a taste sensation that will leave you craving more. This recipe caters to those with gluten sensitivities or those seeking a healthier indulgence without compromising on taste. And the best part? We have two variations to satisfy your sweet cravings - a classic lemon cupcake with a luscious lemon buttercream frosting, and a tangy lemon blueberry cupcake topped with a burst of fresh blueberries, both adorned with vibrant lemon zest for an extra pop of citrusy goodness. Ready your taste buds for a delectable journey as we embark on creating these gluten-free lemon cupcakes, a delightful treat that promises to brighten your day with its zesty charm.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GLUTEN-FREE LEMON CUPCAKES

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Delicious and moist, these gluten-free lemon cupcakes come out tasting better than if they were made with regular flour. Frost with raspberry buttercream or your favorite frosting for a perfect and satisfying gluten-free treat!

Provided by squeeziebrb

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

⅝ cup milk, at room temperature
3 ¾ teaspoons lemon juice
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 egg whites, room temperature
2 lemons, zested
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ⅛ cups gluten-free flour (such as Jeanne's Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Mix; recipe in footnotes)
¾ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons double-acting baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
Whisk milk and lemon juice together in a bowl. Beat vegetable oil, egg whites, lemon zest, and vanilla extract into milk mixture.
Combine gluten-free baking flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Add milk mixture to flour mixture; beat on medium speed with an electric mixer until batter is well mixed, about 2 minutes. Spoon batter into lined cups to about 3/4-full.
Bake in the preheated oven until tops are a light golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center of the cupcake comes out clean, 18 to 20 minutes. Cool cupcakes in the muffin tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.2 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 144.3 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

GLUTEN-FREE LOVELY LEMON CUPCAKES

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We sell out of these in hours at our gluten-free bakery! Light, lemony and super moist, these cupcakes are sure to please! For the best taste, use organic ricotta and eggs! Check label to be sure lemon curd is gluten-free.

Provided by healthycreations.com

Categories Desserts Cakes Lemon Cake Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups almond flour
¾ cup gluten-free all-purpose baking flour
¼ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sucanat (crystallized sugar cane juice)
1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon pure lemon oil
½ cup prepared lemon curd
14 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup butter, softened
1 ⅓ cups confectioners' sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ teaspoons pure lemon oil

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Line 14 muffin cups with paper liners.
Sift almond flour, gluten-free all-purpose baking flour, and baking powder together in a bowl.
Cream 1 cup butter with sucanat in the mixing bowl of a stand mixer until light and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes; mix in ricotta cheese.
Beat in eggs, one at a time, beating each egg in thoroughly before adding the next one. Gradually beat in almond flour mixture, about 1/4 cup at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl often. Mix 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon lemon oil into the batter until evenly blended.
Fill the prepared muffin cups about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven until cupcakes have risen and are very lightly golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Do not open oven doors until 25 minutes of baking time have elapsed.
Allow cupcakes to cool thoroughly.
Cut plugs out of the centers of the cupcakes and fill each hole with about 1 1/2 teaspoon lemon curd.
Beat cream cheese and 1 cup butter in the mixing bowl of a stand mixer until smooth and creamy. Mix in confectioners' sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 1/2 teaspoon lemon oil to make a smooth, spreadable frosting. Frost the filled cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 642.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.8 g, Cholesterol 170.8 mg, Fat 43.5 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 25.4 g, Sodium 346.1 mg, Sugar 45.8 g

GLUTEN-FREE LEMON LOVER'S CUPCAKES WITH LEMON BUTTERCREAM FROSTING

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Stir up Betty Crocker™ Gluten Free yellow cake mix with fresh lemon to create delicious cupcakes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 box (15 oz) Betty Crocker™ Gluten Free yellow cake mix
1/2 cup butter, melted
2/3 cup water
3 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
2 cups gluten-free powdered sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups.
In large bowl, stir cake mix, water, 1/2 cup melted butter, the eggs and lemon peel just until dry ingredients are moistened. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
Bake 18 to 23 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
In medium bowl, beat powdered sugar, 1/4 cup butter and 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice with electric mixer on low speed until mixed. Add remaining lemon juice, 1 teaspoon at a time, until creamy and smooth. Beat in 1 teaspoon peel. Frost cupcakes with frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 35 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

Use fresh lemons. Fresh lemons will give your cupcakes the best flavor. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but the flavor will not be as good.
Zest the lemons before juicing them. This will help to release the essential oils in the lemon peel, which will give your cupcakes a more intense lemon flavor.
Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the batter, which will make your cupcakes light and airy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make your cupcakes tough.
Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will ensure that the cupcakes are cooked through.
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

These gluten-free lemon cupcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are light and fluffy, with a bright lemon flavor. The frosting is creamy and tangy, and it complements the cupcakes perfectly. Whether you are a fan of lemon desserts or not, you are sure to love these cupcakes.