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Lemon Cupcakes Recipe

Lemon Cupcakes Recipe

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Indulge in the refreshing delight of our Lemon Cupcakes. Perfectly light and fluffy, these cupcakes are bursting with zesty lemon flavor that will brighten up any occasion, from casual family gatherings to festive celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 4 tsp lemon zest
  • ½ cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line cupcake pans with paper liners.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, mix oil and sugar until smooth; add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture alternating with buttermilk until just combined.
  5. Fill liners two-thirds full and bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool completely before frosting with cream cheese frosting.

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