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Lemon, Thyme, and Rosemary Cupcakes Recipe

Lemon, Thyme, and Rosemary Cupcakes Recipe
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Delight your taste buds with these Lemon, Thyme, and Rosemary Cupcakes that are bursting with citrusy and herby flavors. These moist and aromatic cupcakes are topped with a luscious mascarpone and lemon curd frosting, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cupcake Batter:

  • 2 1/4 cups sugar
  • 2 sticks of butter (softened)
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 egg white
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
  • Zest from 1 lemon
  • Juice from 2 lemons

Frosting:

  • 2 1/2 cups mascarpone
  • 1 cup lemon curd
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
  • 4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Prepare dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a stand mixer, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix wet and dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the milk, vanilla, rosemary, thyme, and lemon zest. Add this mixture alternately with the flour mixture to the butter and sugar.
  6. Incorporate lemon juice: Mix in the lemon juice until well combined.
  7. Fill cupcake liners: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 full.
  8. Bake: Bake the cupcakes for approximately 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Prepare frosting: In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone, lemon curd, thyme, and rosemary. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
  • You can garnish the cupcakes with additional lemon zest or fresh herbs for a decorative touch.

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Keywords: Lemon cupcakes, Thyme rosemary cupcakes, Citrus cupcakes, Mascarpone frosting

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