Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful experience of Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes, where zesty lemon meets the crunch of poppy seeds for a refreshing treat. These light and fluffy cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to afternoon snacks. With their bright citrus flavor and soft texture, they promise to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth. Plus, they are easy to make, allowing even novice bakers to whip up a batch effortlessly. Customize them with your favorite frosting or enjoy them plain—the choice is yours!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (room temperature)
- 2/3 cup sour cream (room temperature)
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and white sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and lemon zest.
- Alternately mix in the dry ingredients and sour cream until just combined.
- Gently fold in lemon juice and poppy seeds.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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