Lemon Cream Cupcakes

March 24, 2015

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These cupcakes are moist and fluffy but not too fluffy. They've got just the right amount of substance. And the lemon buttercream frosting tops it all off with a beautiful burst of lemon.

For the cupcakes:
1 3/4 cups flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
2 large egg whites
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup sugar
1 TBS fresh lemon juice
zest of one lemon (about 2 teaspoons)

For the Lemon Buttercream Frosting:
2 sticks butter (very soft)
4 cups powder sugar
4 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons heavy cream
additional lemon zest and lemon wedges to garnish

For the cupcakes: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a muffin tin with 18 paper liners; set aside. In a medium bowl combine flour, baking powder, and salt; mix well to combine. Set aside. In a large...
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Nutritions

Calories
378

Sodium
106mg
4% DV

Fat
26g
40% DV

Protein
3g
6% DV

Carbs
30g
10% DV

Fiber
1g
7% DV