Zitronige Mini Cupcakes
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Deliciously flavorful mini cupcakes with a zesty lemon twist, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Michael Kuche
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 mini cupcakes 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp lemon juice (for icing)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool before icing.
- For the icing, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice until desired consistency is reached. Frost cooled cupcakes.
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, increase the amount of lemon zest.
- Ensure that the butter is softened for easier mixing.
- These cupcakes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cupcake
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg