Description
Delightful cupcakes that merge the tart zest of fresh lemons with aromatic herbs, offering a unique and refreshing flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with delightful cupcake liners.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until airy and light.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Pour in the milk, lemon zest, and vanilla extract, stirring until uniform.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Add the chopped thyme and rosemary, folding gently to incorporate.
- Distribute the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, prepare the batter a day in advance and store in the fridge. Cream cheese frosting can be a delicious topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cupcakes, lemon, thyme, rosemary, dessert, baking, sweet treats