Gluten-Free Lemon Cupcakes
Bright, airy, and bursting with citrus sunshine, these gluten-free lemon cupcakes are a delightful indulgence. Forget any preconceived notions about gluten-free baking – these treats are unbelievably moist and flavorful, easily rivaling their traditional counterparts. Top with a swirl of raspberry buttercream for a tangy-sweet finish, or let your favorite frosting shine!
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
14 g
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Cholesterol
1 mg
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Fiber
0 g
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Protein
1 g
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Saturated Fat
1 g
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Sodium
144 mg
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Sugar
13 g
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Fat
5 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. (5 minutes)
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk and lemon juice. Allow to sit for 5 minutes to lightly curdle, creating a 'buttermilk' effect that enhances tenderness. (5 minutes)
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, egg whites, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Add this mixture to the milk mixture and whisk until combined. (3 minutes)
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In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. (2 minutes)
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Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, beating on medium speed with an electric mixer until just combined. Be careful not to overmix – a few small lumps are okay. Overmixing can lead to tough cupcakes. (3 minutes)
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Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. (5 minutes)
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Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (18-20 minutes)
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Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)
For the best results, use a high-quality gluten-free flour blend that contains xanthan gum. This helps to bind the ingredients and create a better texture.
Room temperature ingredients are crucial for creating a smooth batter and even baking.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different frostings! A simple cream cheese frosting, a lemon buttercream, or even a dusting of powdered sugar would be delicious.
If you don't have lemon zest on hand, you can substitute with 1/2 teaspoon of lemon extract, but fresh zest is always preferred for the best flavor.
These cupcakes are best enjoyed within 2-3 days of baking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.4/ 5 ( 14 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Tomasa Armstrongkautzer
May 10, 2025I've tried other gluten-free cupcake recipes and they've always been dry. This one is so moist and delicious!
Lorna Mannconnelly
Feb 25, 2025These cupcakes are amazing! I can't believe they're gluten-free. My family loved them!
Keara Jacobson
Jan 30, 2025The lemon flavor is so bright and refreshing. I made these for a party and they were a huge hit.
Alex Ullrich
Jan 16, 2025Easy to follow recipe, and the cupcakes came out perfectly. I added a little lemon zest to the frosting for extra flavor.