Lemon Cupcakes with Strawberry Filling: Irresistibly Sweet Delight
Indulge in the delightful world of lemon cupcakes filled with fresh strawberry goodness. Perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup strawberry preserves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter until smooth, then add the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter into the cupcake liners and bake for 15-18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely, then core out the center and fill with strawberry preserves.
- Frost with your favorite icing and serve.
Notes
- For an extra touch, add fresh strawberries on top of the frosting.
- These cupcakes can be decorated with whipped cream for a richer flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Lemon Cupcakes, Strawberry Filling, Dessert, Baking