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Lemon Cupcakes Filled with Lemon Curd Topped with Vanilla Buttercream

May 23, 2016 48 Comments

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These Lemon Cupcakes Filled with Lemon Curd Topped with Vanilla Buttercream are light and ultra-lemony! They’re like sunshine on a plate!

Lemon Cupcakes Filled with Lemon Curd Topped with Vanilla Buttercream

Hello friends! Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! Did you do anything fun? My weekend was filled with excitement! Fun with friends, a beautiful wedding and some Sauvignon Sunsets!! It could not have been better! Well, maybe if the weather had cooperated, but that’s okay Mother Nature. We didn’t let it get to us!

Lemon Cupcakes Filled with Lemon Curd Topped with Vanilla Buttercream-

I can’t believe it’s only a few days until the kickoff to summer 2016! I am so incredibly excited!! So with summer on the horizon, today I’m sharing one of my favorite little warm weather cupcakes. I got a chance to make these yummy little dessert treats when I was visiting my niece Ally this spring in sunny Florida! Ally is a very talented baker, so it was nice to have an assistant to help me in the kitchen!

Lemon Cupcakes Filled with Lemon Curd Topped with Vanilla Buttercream

And I can tell you, nothing screams bright and sunny days better than one of these Lemon Cupcakes filled with Lemon Curd and topped with Vanilla Buttercream. These little beauties are so light and refreshing. They’re sweet, tart and tangy and they’re double the lemon flavor. They’ve got a fabulously moist, lemony flavored cake with an added little bonus of some delicious tart lemon curd filling. You can use a cupcake corer to core your cupcakes, or simply use a small pairing knife to carve out a small little hole in the middle of each cupcake to fill with the curd before you frost the cupcakes.

Lemon Cupcakes Filled with Lemon Curd Topped with Vanilla Buttercream-

Hope you enjoy these sweet treats friends! They’ll be PERFECT on the Memorial Day dessert menu! Get ready Summer 2016…here we come!!

Lemon Cupcakes Filled with Lemon Curd Topped with Vanilla Buttercream-

 

Lemon Cupcakes Filled with Lemon Curd Topped with Vanilla Buttercream-
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Lemon Cupcakes Filled with Lemon Curd Topped with Vanilla Buttercream
Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
45 mins
 
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cupcakes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Author: MaryAnn Dwyer
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup one stick unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp. freshly grated lemon zest
  • 1./2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup lemon curd I use Dickinson's
  • Vanilla Buttercream:
  • 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 4 cups confectioner's sugar sifted
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 Tbsp. whole milk
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 12 count muffin tin with paper liners and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt.
  3. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat butter and sugar on medium high speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add eggs, one at a time until well blended. Add vanilla and beat an additional 1 minute.
  5. With a spatula add the flour mixture until just combined, then add the juice, zest and milk being careful not to overmix.
  6. Spoon batter into liners about 3/4 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the cupcakes comes out clean. Remove from oven and let cool on wire rack.
  7. When cupcakes are cooled, fill with lemon curd. To fill the cupcakes with the curd, use a cupcake corer or pairing knife to remove the center of each of the cupcakes, making a well about one-inch deep. Spoon a small amount of lemon curd into each well, then top with frosting.

  8. While cupcakes are cooling make frosting.
  9. In the bowl of a stand mixer combine butter and sugar. Beat on low speed until blended, about one minute. Add the vanilla and milk and increase speed to medium and continue to beat for 4 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  10. Add more milk, if necessary, until you reach a good spreading consistency.
  11. Frost cupcakes when cooled.

 

 

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Comments

  1. Kate @ Framed Cooks says

    May 23, 2016 at 7:15 am

    These are adorable – they look like cupcakes with a side of sunshine! And is that a Lilly dress I spy in the background?? Happy Monday, and here’s hoping there’s a cupcake in everyone’s day!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 11:22 am

      Yes, that’s my niece Ally! Ally LOVES her Lilly! I loved making these cupcakes with her. Since I have boys, it was nice having a girl who in the kitchen who has as much fun as I do baking!

      Reply
  2. Dawn @ Girl Heart Food says

    May 23, 2016 at 7:49 am

    We had a lovely weekend around here and plus it was a long weekend, our unofficially start to the Summer season, really. So a long weekend plus nice weather is a good thing, isn’t it? These are almost to pretty to eat! How adorable! And I love lemon anything so I would LOVE to have these right about now with my morning coffee. Never to early for a cupcake, is it :) ?

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 11:23 am

      Yay Dawn! I know, I read your post this morning and it sounded like you had lots of fun! Perfect with your morning coffee! Have a wonderful week my friend!

      Reply
  3. Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says

    May 23, 2016 at 9:43 am

    It has been raining non-stop here in MD for so long, I’m desperate for sunshine. Maybe making these lemon cupcakes would bring me some joy when the sun’s not shining. Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 11:24 am

      I know Karen, I’m so sick of the gloomy weather too! These cupcakes will put a bit of brightness into your day! Go for it! Have a great week!

      Reply
  4. Cathy | whatshouldimakefor.com says

    May 23, 2016 at 10:34 am

    I simply love lemon cupcakes and that dollop of lemon curd in the center makes yours even more special. Perfect bright boost after a too-long stretch of rainy days. Your photos are just gorgeous Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 11:25 am

      Thanks so much Cathy! Lemon cupcakes are a favorite of mine too! And getting to make them with my niece Ally was even better! Have a wonderful week!

      Reply
  5. Jen | Baked by an Introvert says

    May 23, 2016 at 11:26 am

    Lemon cupcakes are so delicious! I love that you filled yours with lemon curd. They are the perfect way to brighten up dreary weather!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 11:28 am

      I agree Jen and I’m hoping the weather will be changing for the better soon! Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  6. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    May 23, 2016 at 1:08 pm

    I’m so glad you had a beautiful weekend and the weather didn’t get in the way of your fun, Mary Ann!! You already know the weather got in the way of my fun. :( LOVE these cupcakes!!! These are so cute and the lemon curd with vanilla buttercream sounds amazing! So sweet your niece helped you make these!! She must be quite the little baker! Pinned! Cheers, friend! <3

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 1:49 pm

      She really is Cheyanne! She could teach me a few things! We’ll be working with fondant this summer! Can’t wait!

      Reply
  7. Sarah says

    May 23, 2016 at 1:31 pm

    These cupcakes are just stunning and exactly what I am craving this time of year! I just adore lemon curd! :) :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 1:49 pm

      Me too Sarah! Thanks so much!

      Reply
  8. olivia @ livforcake says

    May 23, 2016 at 1:33 pm

    These may be the prettiest cupcakes I’ve ever seen! I love lemon desserts — I’m hooked on that sweet/tart flavour! Annnnnd now I want cupcakes for breakfast ;).

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 1:50 pm

      Do it Olivia! Lemon is a fruit, so let’s go with that! Fruit for breakfast!

      Reply
  9. Jessica DeMay says

    May 23, 2016 at 6:29 pm

    These look delicious and I LOVE the pictures!! So bright and summery :) Thanks for sharing, Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 6:40 pm

      I really love these cupcakes Jessica! They are so moist with just the perfect amount of lemon! Anything lemon perks me up! Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  10. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

    May 23, 2016 at 7:00 pm

    These are just the prettiest and lemon is always a winner! We had a long weekend here in Canada (we are a week ahead of US sometimes in our May long weekend) and the weather was perfect. Doesn’t get much better :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 7:03 pm

      Oh, I’m so glad you enjoyed your weekend Jennifer! Hoping we will have some nice weather for our long weekend this weekend! Thank you and enjoy the cupcakes!

      Reply
  11. Laura | Tutti Dolci says

    May 23, 2016 at 7:31 pm

    Just gorgeous, I love that lemon curd filling!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 8:16 pm

      Thanks so much Laura!

      Reply
  12. Bethany @ athletic avocado says

    May 23, 2016 at 8:28 pm

    Mmmmmm I adore citrus and vanilla together! These cupcakes are my dream :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 8:50 pm

      Yay Bethany! Hope you enjoy them if you give them a go!

      Reply
  13. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

    May 23, 2016 at 8:46 pm

    I have a lemon tree and always have a surplus of lemons – I will be making this, Mary Ann! They are so cute and I’m glad you had an assistant to help you – that’s a great shot of her (or is it you??) holding the cupcakes – all the photos are so summery!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 8:51 pm

      That’s my niece Ally in the photo! I’m so glad you’ll be giving these a try Geraldine! We really enjoyed them! Hoping Ally can help me with another recipe this summer!

      Reply
  14. Gerlinde | Sunnycovechef says

    May 23, 2016 at 9:22 pm

    Mary Ann , these cupcakes look so cute and anything lemony appeals to me. I love your photos.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 23, 2016 at 9:33 pm

      Thank you so much! I’m a big fan of lemon desserts too Gerlinde, and these are a favorite! Hope you have a great week!

      Reply
  15. Rachel @ Bakerita says

    May 24, 2016 at 11:18 am

    These cupcakes are so fun and festive! I love that you made them extra lemon-y but adding that lemon curd – so irresistible! These are perfect for the summertime :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 24, 2016 at 11:52 am

      Thanks Rachel! The weather’s been so gloomy here, I needed a pick me up!

      Reply
  16. Lauren Gaskill | Making Life Sweet says

    May 24, 2016 at 11:59 am

    I used to work at a bakery and I would eat lemon curd by the spoonful!! Miss those days. These cupcakes remind me of all of those great memories. Hope you’re having a great week Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 24, 2016 at 2:18 pm

      It’s so delicious isn’t it Lauren?! I hope you are too Lauren! Thanks!

      Reply
  17. Traci | Vanilla And Bean says

    May 24, 2016 at 1:31 pm

    Cupcakes are so much fun to make and eat!! No doubt stuffing these little treasures with lemon curd makes them sublime. What fun you and your niece had pulling these together! They’re just perfect! Hope your weekend is fabulous, Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 24, 2016 at 2:18 pm

      Thanks so much Traci! So excited for Memorial Day weekend! Hope you enjoy yours too!

      Reply
  18. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

    May 24, 2016 at 5:34 pm

    OMG, Mary Ann, I love lemon EVERYTHING and these look to die for. They’re the perfect way to usher in summer!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 24, 2016 at 5:38 pm

      Thanks so much Kelsie! Lemon flavored desserts are my favorite too! Thanks so much for commenting!

      Reply
  19. MB @ Bourbon and Brown Sugar says

    May 24, 2016 at 9:13 pm

    Oh wow, those cupcakes are completely adorable! And lemon curd is always completely wonderful in cupcakes :) I’m so looking forward to summer as well!! Only two-and-a-half weeks of school left… not that I’m counting or anything!! (Summer vacation is for teachers as much as for students…)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 24, 2016 at 9:16 pm

      I’m sure you’re looking forward to a nice long, relaxing summer Mary Beth! Hope you enjoy your Memorial Day weekend! Fingers crossed for nice weather!

      Reply
  20. Tessa | Salted Plains says

    May 24, 2016 at 10:23 pm

    I have such a weakness for lemon curd so I can already imagine filling these cupcakes with it would be divine! Perfect way to welcome summer. Love these photos! Enjoy your Memorial Day weekend, Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 24, 2016 at 10:27 pm

      Thanks so much Tessa! I’m so excited for summer! My favorite time of year!

      Reply
  21. Samantha says

    May 28, 2016 at 8:41 am

    Absolutely gorgeous! Lemon overload is exactly what is on my agenda this weekend, i have 2 huge bags of freshly picked lemons! Thanks for sharing x

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 28, 2016 at 11:36 am

      Yay Samantha! These are so delicious! My niece and I had such fun making them AND eating them! Enjoy your holiday weekend!

      Reply
  22. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

    May 28, 2016 at 8:52 am

    Beautiful cupcakes! I love lemon curd and adding them to a cupcake is a brilliant idea. It’s a little burst of flavor just packed with sunshine! :) Love those cupcake wrappers too!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      May 28, 2016 at 11:38 am

      Thanks so much Kathy! I got those at Home Goods! They’ve always got the cutest cupcake wrappers!

      Reply
  23. Libby Dodson says

    December 2, 2017 at 1:29 pm

    I made these cupcakes for my birthday once, people loved them and asked for more! now I make them for a lot of occasions! But instead of using vanilla buttercream I add a teaspoon and a half of lemon juice to make everything lemon.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 2, 2017 at 3:47 pm

      I’m so glad Libby! I’d LOVE the lemon buttercream! Great idea! Thanks so much for following!

      Reply
  24. Judi says

    November 20, 2019 at 9:40 pm

    What am I missing. Read directions x3 but still do not see when or where you add the lemon curd?

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      November 20, 2019 at 10:23 pm

      Hi Judi. I apologize. I’m not quite sure how that got deleted. I just added. Thank you so much for giving me the heads up!

      Reply

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