Lemon Lime Cupcakes
Experience the delightful blend of zesty lemon and lime flavors with these light and fluffy cupcakes. Perfect for any occasion, these citrus-infused treats are sure to brighten up your day!
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cake flour, sifted
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime zest
- 3 large egg whites, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1.5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup milk, room temperature
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3-4 cups powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime zest (for frosting)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (for frosting)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for frosting)
- 3-4 tablespoons whipping cream (for frosting)
- 3-5 drops green food coloring (optional)
- Green sprinkles or coarse sugar for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Line a muffin pan with muffin papers.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Beat butter, sugar, lemon zest, and lime zest until fluffy. Add vanilla, egg whites, and lemon juice; mix well. Alternate adding flour mixture and milk into the batter.
- Spoon batter into muffin tin and bake for 16-18 minutes.
- For the frosting, beat butter, powdered sugar, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and whipping cream until desired consistency.
- Frost cupcakes and decorate with sprinkles.
Notes
Adjust sugar in frosting to taste preference. For a more intense flavor, increase the amount of lemon and lime zest.