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Lemon Cupcakes

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These delightful lemon cupcakes are light, fluffy, and bursting with zesty flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. Cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the milk, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Frost with lemon frosting if desired.

Notes

For the best texture, make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before beginning.

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