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Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes

Delightfully zesty and moist, these Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes are perfect for any occasion. The bright lemon flavor combined with the subtle crunch of poppy seeds makes them irresistible.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcakes
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 zest of 1 lemon
  • 2.5 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract optional
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1.125 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1.5 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk room temperature
Frosting
  • lemon curd optional
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 3 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1.5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds optional
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream

Notes

For an extra burst of lemon flavor, brush the cupcakes with a simple syrup made from lemon juice and sugar after baking.