Gluten-Free Lemon Lover's Cupcakes with Lemon Buttercream Frosting

Vegetarian
Gluten-Free Lemon Lover's Cupcakes with Lemon Buttercream Frosting
80 min.
12
128kcal

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Indulge your senses with these delightful Gluten-Free Lemon Lover's Cupcakes, a perfect treat for anyone who adores the bright, zesty flavor of lemon! Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a sweet escape, these cupcakes are sure to impress. With a light and fluffy texture, each bite bursts with the refreshing taste of fresh lemon juice and zest, making them an irresistible dessert option.

What sets these cupcakes apart is not only their gluten-free nature but also the luscious lemon buttercream frosting that crowns them. This frosting is a heavenly blend of creamy butter and powdered sugar, enhanced with just the right amount of tangy lemon juice. It's the perfect complement to the sweet and citrusy cake, creating a harmonious balance that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Ready in just 80 minutes, these cupcakes are easy to whip up, making them a fantastic choice for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. With only 128 calories per serving, you can enjoy a guilt-free dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth without compromising on flavor. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to treat yourself and your loved ones to a batch of these scrumptious Gluten-Free Lemon Lover's Cupcakes!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  •  eggs beaten
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.7 cup water 
  • 15 oz betty crocker's cake mix gluten free yellow betty crocker®

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. In large bowl, stir cake mix, water, 1/2 cup melted butter, the eggs and lemon peel just until dry ingredients are moistened. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  4. Bake 18 to 23 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  5. In medium bowl, beat powdered sugar, 1/4 cup butter and 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice with electric mixer on low speed until mixed.
  6. Add remaining lemon juice, 1 teaspoon at a time, until creamy and smooth. Beat in 1 teaspoon peel. Frost cupcakes with frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories128kcal
Protein4.4%
Fat33.66%
Carbs61.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.17
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3208695611228%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:128.07kcal
6.4%
Fat:4.89g
7.52%
Saturated Fat:2.78g
17.35%
Carbohydrates:20.24g
6.75%
Net Carbohydrates:20.22g
7.35%
Sugar:19.67g
21.86%
Cholesterol:51.09mg
17.03%
Sodium:47.12mg
2.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.44g
2.87%
Selenium:3.55µg
5.07%
Vitamin A:177.82IU
3.56%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.31%
Phosphorus:23.14mg
2.31%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.78%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.77%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.53%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%
Folate:5.83µg
1.46%
Vitamin C:1.18mg
1.43%
Iron:0.21mg
1.16%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.01%
Zinc:0.15mg
1.01%