These delicious lemon cupcakes are perfect for a summertime party! The lemon flavor is wonderfully tart and the cupcakes are fluffy and light. The whipped lemon frosting is the perfect finishing touch. ..
Lemon Cupcakes with Whipped Lemon Frosting
These lemon cupcakes are so bright and flavorful! They’re really easy to make (you only need a handful of ingredients), and they’re perfectly moist. They’re wonderfully fresh and tangy, and that lemon whipped cream frosting is nothing short of divine! This recipe is quick and easy to whip up and they are perfect to enjoy for Easter and throughout the summer. For more lemon desserts, try these lemon poppyseed cookies or these lemon bars.
How to Make Lemon Cupcakes
Mix together the cupcake ingredients just until combined. Pour batter into cupcake liners and bake. Mix together the frosting ingredients to form soft peaks. Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost and enjoy!
Ingredient Notes
Cake Mix: Starting with a boxed lemon cake mix makes this cupcake recipe so simple! Your dry ingredients are ready to go, no measuring required. Yogurt: This adds moisture to the cake mix for a rich, fluffy, crumble-free result. The lemon flavor adds an extra kick of flavor as well, but you can substitute plain or vanilla yogurt. Buttermilk: Buttermilk adds even more moisture! Pudding: Lemon pudding adds a creamy, flavorful texture to the whipped cream frosting. You can substitute vanilla pudding.
Note: Let your ingredients come to room temp before mixing them. Check the recipe card for full ingredients list. These lemon cupcakes are so bright, zesty, moist, and overall delicious! I love serving them in the Spring around Easter time, but it’s a simple flavor that works any time of year.
How do you store lemon cupcakes?
The unfrosted lemon cupcakes will keep well at room temperature in an airtight container for 3 days. It’s best to store them at room temperature so that they don’t dry out as quickly. Frosted cupcakes should be kept in a container in the refrigerator, and will keep well for 2 days.
Can I freeze these cupcakes?
Yes, you can. While you can freeze them with the frosting, I find it easier to freeze them before frosting as they are easier to store. Plus the whipped cream frosting will be best fresh! Let the cupcakes cool completely, wrap them individually with foil or plastic wrap, and place in an airtight container or resealable bag. They will keep up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before frosting and decorating. Lemon cupcakes topped with a whipped lemon frosting makes one delightful dessert! Everyone is sure to love this simple yet bright flavor. If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!
