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Lemon Sunshine Cupcakes

MAKES
24
COOK TIME
20 Min

Our Lemon Sunshine Cupcakes are perfect for any time of year! We use lemon zest and powdered sugar in place of traditional frosting for a lighter lemon cupcake everyone's sure to love.

What You'll Need

  • 1 (18.25-ounce) package lemon cake mix
  • Zest of 2 lemons, divided
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

What to Do

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line muffin tins with paper baking cups.
     
  2. Make cake mix according to package directions; add half the lemon zest to batter, and mix well. Spoon batter into muffin tins, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
     
  3. Bake according to package directions; cool completely.
     
  4. Sprinkle cooled cupcakes with confectioners' sugar and remaining lemon zest.

Notes

If you enjoyed this recipe, be sure to check out our free eCookbook, Fast & Fun Cupcakes: 18 Best Cupcake Recipes.

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