Description
Lemon Lime Soda Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of zesty citrus and playful fizz, creating a light and fluffy treat that’s sure to brighten any occasion. Perfect for birthdays, picnics, or just because you deserve something sweet, these cupcakes are topped with a refreshing frosting that enhances their vibrant flavors. Each bite is a burst of joy that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lime
- ¾ cup lemon-lime soda
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon and lime zest.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with the lemon-lime soda, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before frosting with powdered sugar frosting or extra zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg