26/10/2025
Soft Butter Lemon Cupcakes
Whether you’re baking for a special event or treating yourself to a gourmet dessert at home, this recipe will guide you through each step, ensuring perfect results every time.
Ingredients (Yields 12 cupcakes)
For the Cupcakes:
1 ½ cups (192 grams/ 6.8oz) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ cup / 8 Tbsp (115 grams/ 4 oz) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup (200 grams/ 7 oz) granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
½ cup (118ml) whole milk, room temperature
For the Lemon Buttercream Frosting:
1 cup / 2 sticks (227 grams/ 8 oz) unsalted butter, room temperature
3 ½ cups (392 grams/ 13.8 oz) powdered sugar
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp lemon zest
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
