Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful experience of Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes, where each bite bursts with vibrant citrus flavors and a light, fluffy texture. These cupcakes are the ideal treat for any occasion, from birthdays to afternoon tea. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting and enhanced by the subtle crunch of poppy seeds, they promise to impress both family and friends. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels, ensuring everyone can enjoy these zesty delights. Customize with additional fruits or variations of frosting to make them uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon zest
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp lemon extract
- 1 1/4 cups cake flour
- 1 Tbsp poppy seeds
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
- For the Frosting: 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup cream cheese, 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 Tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, poppy seeds, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and lemon zest before adding sour cream, water, oil, egg, lemon extract, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 359
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 186mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 36mg
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