Lemon-Filled Cupcakes

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups (180g)
• Granulated sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g)
• Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
• Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
• Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (113g)
• Eggs: 3 large
• Buttermilk: 1 cup (240ml)
• Lemon zest: 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons

For the Lemon Filling:

• Lemon juice: 1/2 cup (120ml)
• Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
• Cornstarch: 2 tablespoons
• Egg yolks: 2
• Lemon zest: 1 teaspoon

Preparation Time:

• 25 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

For the Cupcakes:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups.

For the Lemon Filling:

1. In a saucepan, whisk together lemon juice, granulated sugar, cornstarch, egg yolks, and lemon zest.
2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until thickened.
4. Let cool slightly before spooning into the center of each cupcake.

To Assemble:

1. Bake cupcakes for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
2. Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per cupcake
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Light and fluffy cupcakes
• Sweet and tart lemon filling
• Refreshing and flavorful

User Comments:

• "These cupcakes are so delicious! The lemon filling is the perfect balance of sweet and tart."
• "I love the way the lemon zest adds a burst of flavor to the batter."
• "These cupcakes were a hit at my party! Everyone raved about them."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in tough cupcakes.
• Make sure the lemon filling is completely cool before spooning it into the cupcakes, or it may melt and leak out.
• You can use a muffin scoop to ensure that the batter is evenly distributed among the muffin cups.