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Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes

Delightfully zesty and refreshing, these cupcakes are a perfect treat for any occasion, bursting with flavor from tangy lemon and crunchy poppy seeds.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk can substitute with regular milk plus a splash of vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Poppy seeds
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare your cupcake tin by lining it with paper liners or greasing it lightly.
  3. Combine the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl: flour, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds. Whisk them together until well blended.
  4. Cream the butter and sugar in a separate bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well between each addition. Pour in fresh lemon juice and zest.
  6. Mix the flour mixture into the wet ingredients in three parts, alternating with buttermilk.
  7. Spoon the batter into your prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool your cupcakes in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cupcakes are perfect for parties, picnics, or just a sweet snack at home.

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