Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of Sweet Tea Lemon Juice Cupcakes, a perfect treat for summer gatherings or casual get-togethers. These light and fluffy cupcakes are infused with zesty lemon and a sweet tea twist, offering a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. Topped with luscious sweet tea lemon juice frosting, they are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Whether you’re hosting a picnic or enjoying an afternoon with friends, these cupcakes are sure to impress and satisfy.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
2 large eggs
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup whole milk
2 Tbsp lemon juice
4 Tbsp sweet tea lemon juice
3 Tbsp lemon zest
3 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cupcake tin with papers.
In a mixing bowl, beat butter and confectioners' sugar with lemon zest until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually mix half the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with milk and lemon juice until just combined.
Pour batter into the cupcake tin and bake for 16-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Cool on a wire rack; brush with sweet tea lemon juice before frosting.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
Calories: 306
Sugar: 42g
Sodium: 121mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 52mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep cupcakes light and fluffy. Customize frosting by adding other citrus zests like lime or orange.