Lemon Meringue Cupcakes
Lemon meringue cupcakes are a refreshing dessert that brings the bright taste of lemon in a light, fluffy cupcake. This cake is an ideal choice for summer picnics, friendly gatherings, or even an afternoon snack. The original recipe is inspired by English cuisine, where lemon desserts have always been popular. The lemon meringue cupcake is not only refreshing and light, but also visually appealing with its meringue decoration, which brightens up any table.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) while preparing the batter.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and vanilla sugar.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the vegetable oil, milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
4
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing continuously until you have a smooth, lump-free batter.
5
Divide the batter evenly among muffin liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
6
Bake the cupcakes for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7
Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting with the lemon meringue.
8
Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in the powdered sugar and a squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh flavor.
9
Spoon or pipe the lemon meringue onto the tops of the cupcakes.
10
Garnish with fresh lemon zest or a lemon slice.
