Zesty Meyer Lemon Glazed Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful zing of these Zesty Meyer Lemon Glazed Cupcakes, perfect for any gathering or celebration! Adapted from a popular Everyday Food recipe, these moist and fluffy cupcakes are a crowd-pleaser and have won hearts at numerous baby showers and parties. They can be made in advance and frozen, ensuring that you have a sweet treat ready whenever the occasion arises. Using the aromatic and slightly sweeter Meyer lemons elevates these cupcakes, though regular lemons work just as wonderfully. The addition of yogurt adds a subtle tang and helps achieve the perfect texture, making them irresistible. Finish them off with a glossy lemon glaze for an extra burst of flavor that will have your guests coming back for seconds!
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Servings
225
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
unsalted butter
1/2 cup (room temperature)
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (sifted)
baking powder
2 teaspoons
salt
1/2 teaspoon
plain low-fat yogurt
1/2 cup (or buttermilk)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
Meyer lemon
1 (zest and juice)
granulated sugar
1 cup
large eggs
2
confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 cups
Meyer lemon juice
2 tablespoons
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (or 325°F for convection bake). Grease and flour a standard muffin tin to prepare for your cupcakes.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt, whisking to blend evenly.
3
In a separate small bowl, combine the plain yogurt (or buttermilk), vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well and set aside.
4
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the room temperature unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
5
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure thorough incorporation.
6
With the mixer on low speed, alternate adding the flour mixture in three parts with the yogurt mixture in two parts, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
7
Use a standard level ice cream scoop to divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
8
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If using convection bake, check around the 15-minute mark.
9
Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10
While the cupcakes cool, prepare the glaze. Place a wire rack over a sheet of wax or parchment paper to catch drips.
11
In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and the remaining lemon juice until smooth, adjusting the consistency with additional lemon juice if necessary.
12
Once the cupcakes are cool, pour the glaze over each cupcake, using a small knife to help spread it to the edges. Allow the glaze to set for about 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information
10
Fat
32.5
Carbs
2.1
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Meyer Lemon Glazed Cupcakes?
They are moist and fluffy cupcakes featuring the aromatic zing of Meyer lemons and a sweet, glossy glaze.
Can I use regular lemons instead of Meyer lemons?
Yes, regular lemons work just as wonderfully in this recipe if Meyer lemons are unavailable.
What is the standard oven temperature for this recipe?
The standard oven temperature is 350%F.
What temperature should I use for convection bake?
For convection baking, preheat the oven to 325%F.
How should I prepare the muffin tin?
You should grease and flour a standard muffin tin before adding the batter.
Can these cupcakes be frozen?
Yes, these cupcakes can be made in advance and frozen for future use.
What is the benefit of adding yogurt to the batter?
Yogurt adds a subtle tang and helps achieve a perfect, moist texture.
Can I substitute buttermilk for yogurt?
Yes, plain low-fat yogurt can be substituted with buttermilk.
What dry ingredients are needed?
You will need all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
The first mixing step is to combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
How should the butter and sugar be mixed?
Use an electric mixer to cream the room temperature butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
How do I add eggs to the cupcake batter?
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
What is the method for combining flour and yogurt mixtures?
Alternate adding the flour mixture in three parts and the yogurt mixture in two parts, beginning and ending with the flour.
How full should I fill the muffin cups?
Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with batter.
What is the recommended tool for portioning the batter?
A standard level ice cream scoop is recommended for dividing the batter evenly.
How long do the cupcakes bake?
They typically bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
How can I tell if the cupcakes are done?
A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
When should I check the cupcakes if using convection bake?
If using convection bake, check them around the 15-minute mark.
How long should cupcakes cool in the tin?
Let them cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
What are the ingredients for the glaze?
The glaze is made from confectioners' sugar and Meyer lemon juice.
How do I apply the lemon glaze?
Pour the glaze over cooled cupcakes and spread to the edges using a small knife.
How long does the glaze need to set?
Allow the glaze to set for about 30 minutes before serving.
How many calories are in one cupcake?
Each cupcake contains approximately 225 calories.
What is the fat content per cupcake?
There are 10 grams of fat per cupcake.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each cupcake has 32.5 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each cupcake contains 2.1 grams of protein.
Should the flour be sifted?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 1.5 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What type of butter is recommended?
Unsalted butter at room temperature is recommended.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
The recipe consists of 11 ingredients.
What occasions are these cupcakes good for?
They are perfect for gatherings, celebrations, baby showers, and parties.