Lemon Cream Cupcakes Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2 cups sugar
• 3 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups sour cream
• FROSTING:
• 3 tablespoons butter, softened
• 2-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk
• Additional lemon zest, optional