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Lemon Lavender Cupcakes

Lemon Lavender Cupcakes: A Burst of Springtime Bliss

Delightful Lemon Lavender Cupcakes blend citrusy zest and floral notes, accommodating gluten-free and vegan diets.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup Butter Softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 large Fresh Lemon Zest Zest directly into the bowl
  • 1 tablespoon Culinary Lavender Crushed lightly
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or dairy alternative
  • 1 1/2 cups Flour All-purpose or gluten-free blend
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure freshness
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sifted
  • 1/2 cup Cream Adjust if using lavender syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon Lavender Extract Use sparingly
  • 1 drop Gel-Based Food Coloring Optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mix well.
  3. Whisk together flour and baking powder in a separate bowl, then gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
  4. Crush culinary lavender and fold gently into the batter.
  5. Spoon batter into lined cupcake tins, filling 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cupcakes in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Beat butter and powdered sugar for the frosting, gradually adding cream and lavender extract until smooth.
  8. Frost cooled cupcakes generously and optionally garnish with lemon zest or lavender buds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, enjoy the cupcakes soon after frosting. Store in an airtight container.

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