Creamy Dreamy Lemonade Cupcakes

Creamy Dreamy Lemonade Cupcakes
90 min.
24
282kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Creamy Dreamy Lemonade Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any occasion! Bursting with the refreshing flavor of lemonade, these cupcakes are not just a dessert; they are a celebration of summer in every bite. Imagine biting into a soft, moist cupcake that combines the zesty tang of lemonade with the rich creaminess of a luscious frosting. It's a flavor combination that will transport you to a sunny picnic or a breezy beach day.

These cupcakes are incredibly easy to make, taking just 90 minutes from start to finish, and yield 24 scrumptious servings, making them ideal for parties, gatherings, or simply to enjoy at home. The use of a pre-sweetened lemonade drink mix ensures that the flavor is perfectly balanced, while the cream cheese frosting adds a decadent touch that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and fun to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic kitchen equipment, you can create a batch of these dreamy cupcakes that are sure to impress your family and friends. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and get ready to whip up a batch of these irresistible Creamy Dreamy Lemonade Cupcakes!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups water 
  • 0.5 cup powdered lemonade mix 
  • box cake mix yellow
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.5 cup powdered lemonade mix 
  • tablespoons milk 
  •  food coloring yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. Pour water into large bowl.
  4. Add 1/2 cup lemonade drink mix; mix well.
  5. Add remaining cake ingredients; beat with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl as necessary until mixture is smooth. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes.
  7. Remove from pans to cooling racks; cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  8. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, beat all frosting ingredients except food color with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. If necessary, add a little more milk until mixture is spreadable. For a yellow frosting, beat in a few drops yellow food color. Refrigerate until ready to frost cupcakes.
  9. Frost cooled cupcakes. Refrigerator until ready to serve. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories282kcal
Protein3.08%
Fat38.19%
Carbs58.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.88
Glycemic Load
0.18
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.4795651902323%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:281.84kcal
14.09%
Fat:12.2g
18.77%
Saturated Fat:7.33g
45.79%
Carbohydrates:42.21g
14.07%
Net Carbohydrates:41.91g
15.24%
Sugar:33.07g
36.74%
Cholesterol:50.56mg
16.85%
Sodium:261.38mg
11.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.21g
4.43%
Phosphorus:92.31mg
9.23%
Vitamin A:396.83IU
7.94%
Magnesium:26.64mg
6.66%
Calcium:64.61mg
6.46%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.19%
Selenium:3.42µg
4.89%
Folate:18.91µg
4.73%
Vitamin C:3.62mg
4.39%
Vitamin E:0.57mg
3.8%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.8%
Iron:0.58mg
3.24%
Vitamin B3:0.53mg
2.65%
Vitamin B5:0.24mg
2.39%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.29%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.96%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.75%
Vitamin K:1.51µg
1.44%
Copper:0.03mg
1.41%
Potassium:48.92mg
1.4%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.36%
Fiber:0.29g
1.18%