These lemon filled cupcakes are the perfect treat for any occasion. The moist and fluffy cupcakes are filled with a zesty lemon curd that adds a burst of citrus flavor. Topped with a creamy lemon frosting, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup lemon curd
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner halfway with the batter.
- Place a spoonful of lemon curd in the center of each cupcake.
- Top with more batter to cover the lemon curd.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and butter until smooth.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled cupcakes.
- Enjoy these lemon filled cupcakes with a glass of iced tea or your favorite coffee.
Interesting Facts
Lemons are a great source of vitamin C and antioxidants.
Lemon curd can be used in a variety of desserts, from cupcakes to tarts.
The combination of lemon curd and lemon frosting gives these cupcakes a double dose of citrus flavor.