Lemon Cupcakes With Lemon Frosting Recipe

Ingredients (16)

• 8 ounces (1 cup) butter (softened)
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 4 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 teaspoons pure lemon extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• For the Frosting:
• 3 1/2 to 4 cups confectioners' sugar
• 4 ounces (1/2 cup) butter (softened)
• 1 teaspoon pure lemon extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 4 to 5 tablespoons lemon juice