Zesty Lemon Cupcakes

The days we have lemons in the house are always the best ones.... Besides the fact that they smell and taste like summer, they just seem to brighten up the kitchen. It's hard to choose between lemons and limes, but for this week I'm sticking with lemons. These cupcakes have convinced me.

For the lemon cupcakes, you will need:

• 1 lemon cake mix
• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• The zest of 1/2 of a lemon

Mix together all of the ingredients and bake at 350 degrees for 15-22 minutes. 

For the lemon frosting, you will need:

• 1 stick butter, room temp
• 4-6 cups powdered sugar
• The zest and juice of a lemon
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract

First, cream the butter. Then add the rest of the ingredients and mix until a smooth, creamy frosting forms. 

If you make these, I would love to see! Post them on instagram using the hashtag #petite bakeress

Happy Baking!

Ashley