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Lemon Thyme Rosemary Cupcakes

Lemon Thyme Rosemary Cupcakes


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  • Author: Jam Scott
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Lemon Thyme Rosemary Cupcakes are a fresh, elegant dessert with soft lemon cake, delicate herbal notes, and creamy frosting on top. They are perfect for spring gatherings, brunch tables, dessert boards, and anyone looking for easy recipe inspiration, sweet food ideas, and beautiful baking ideas with a bright citrus twist.


Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped

1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, very finely minced

1/2 cup sour cream

1/2 cup whole milk

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3 1/2 cups powdered sugar

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 pinch salt

extra lemon zest for garnish

fresh thyme leaves for garnish

small rosemary tips for garnish


Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.

2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.

3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

4. Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla, thyme, and rosemary.

5. Add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the sour cream and milk, mixing just until combined.

6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Cool the cupcakes in the pan for 5 minutes, then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla, and salt until fluffy.

10. Frost the cooled cupcakes and garnish with extra lemon zest, thyme leaves, and tiny rosemary tips.

Notes

Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the brightest flavor.

Finely mince the rosemary so it blends smoothly into the batter without overpowering the cupcakes.

Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting so the topping stays thick and pretty.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 365
  • Sugar: 31g
  • Sodium: 185mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 68mg