Delicious Lemon Meringue Cupcakes – The Best Recipe for Your Sweet Tooth

Lemon Meringue Cupcakes are a delicious twist on the classic dessert. These fluffy cupcakes have a sweet and tart lemon flavor, with a light and airy meringue topping. The combination of flavors and textures make these cupcakes an ideal treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 cup buttermilk

Meringue Topping

• 2 large egg whites
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

Making the Cupcakes

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.
• With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the buttermilk and beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined.
• Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
• Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let cool for 10 minutes, then remove the cupcakes from the pan and let cool completely before topping with meringue.

Making the Meringue Topping

• In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
• With the mixer running, slowly add the sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
• Spoon the meringue onto the cooled cupcakes and spread to the edges. Use a kitchen torch to lightly brown the meringue, if desired.

These Lemon Meringue Cupcakes are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. The combination of the tart lemon flavor and sweet meringue topping make these cupcakes irresistible. Enjoy!