LEMON CUPCAKES
Usher in spring with these tender, lemony cupcakes. It's a recipe from my mother that I spiced up a bit. -Bertina Nicholas-Johnson, Waynesboro, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon zest and extracts. Combine flour and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with cream. Beat just until combined. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 325° for 15-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., For frosting, in a small bowl, beat shortening until fluffy. Gradually beat in the confectioners' sugar, extracts and enough milk to reach spreading consistency. Frost cupcakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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MD Joynal Abedin
[email protected]These cupcakes look delicious! I'm definitely going to try making them this weekend.
Hridoy Ahamad
[email protected]These cupcakes were a bit dry and the frosting was too sweet. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Syed Ali Shahbaz
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lemon desserts, but these cupcakes were surprisingly good. The lemon flavor was not overpowering and the frosting was creamy and smooth. I'd definitely make these again.
kyeyune joseph
[email protected]These cupcakes were a little too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. I think I'll try making them again with less sugar next time.
Asamita Rawal
[email protected]I love this recipe! The cupcakes are always moist and flavorful, and the frosting is the perfect amount of sweetness. I've made these cupcakes for parties, potlucks, and just for fun, and they're always a hit.
Ana Tamayo
[email protected]These cupcakes were easy to make and turned out great! The lemon flavor was subtle and the frosting was light and fluffy. I'll definitely be making these again.
Abdelrhman Bakr
[email protected]I made these cupcakes for my daughter's birthday party and they were a huge success! The kids loved them and the adults thought they were delicious too. I'll definitely be making these again.
Thobeka Mabalane
[email protected]These cupcakes were delicious! The lemon flavor was just right and the frosting was creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making these again.
It's bilal Shah
[email protected]I love these lemon cupcakes! The recipe is easy to follow and the cupcakes always turn out perfect. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.
Brendah Nakatudde
[email protected]These lemon cupcakes were a hit at my party! They were so moist and flavorful, and the lemon frosting was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making these again.