Gluten free lemon cupcakes –Indulging in a delightful treat that caters to dietary needs is always a bonus! Today, we’re diving into a mouthwatering recipe for Gluten-Free Lemon Cupcakes topped with a luscious Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting. Perfect for parties, special occasions, or just a fun baking day at home, these cupcakes are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Gluten-Free Lemon Cupcakes
These light and fluffy gluten-free lemon cupcakes perfectly balance tangy and sweet flavors. With a zesty lemon kick, they’re an explosion of freshness in every bite!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ½ cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the eggs, vegetable oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling them about two-thirds full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting
No cupcake is complete without frosting, and this Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting is the perfect pairing! Creamy, tangy, and utterly delicious, it will elevate your cupcakes to the next level.
Frosting Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Pinch of salt
Frosting Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until well incorporated.
- Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt, mixing until the frosting is light and fluffy.
Once your cupcakes have cooled, generously frost them with the lemon cream cheese frosting. Enjoy your delicious gluten-free treat that’s sure to please everyone, gluten-free or not!