Lemon Tea Cakes Recipe
This Lemon Tea Cakes recipe creates delightful, bite-sized treats with a tangy lemon flavor. Perfect for tea parties, these cakes are moist and fluffy, topped with a sweet lemon glaze. Ideal for any occasion, they're easy to make and delicious.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls (2)
- Electric mixer (optional)
- Muffin tin
- Cupcake liners
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Toothpick
Ingredients
- 1 stick 8 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ½ cup milk
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
Preheat and Prep
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your muffin tin with cupcake liners. This will help prevent sticking and make cleanup a breeze.
Creaming the Butter and Sugar
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. I love using an electric mixer for this step, but a good old-fashioned whisk works just fine too!
Add the Wet Ingredients
- Once your butter and sugar are perfectly creamed, beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Dry Ingredients Make Their Entrance
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated. Be careful not to over mix, or your cakes will become tough.
Zest it Up!
- Stir in the freshly grated lemon zest. The zest is what truly elevates these cakes with its intense citrus aroma.
Milk it Does
- Finally, add the milk and stir until the batter is smooth and pour able.
Baking Time!
- Divide the batter evenly among your prepared cupcake liners. Fill them about ¾ of the way full. Pop those beauties in the preheated oven and bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool Completely
- Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool completely in the muffin tin before transferring them to a wire rack.
Dust with Delight (Optional)
- For an extra touch of sweetness, dust the cooled cakes with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
When baking, always use fresh ingredients for the best results. Fresh lemons, eggs, and high-quality butter make a significant difference in the taste and texture of your tea cakes.