Description

If you’re in search of a delightful dessert that encapsulates the essence of spring, look no further than these Elderflower Cupcakes. With their enchanting floral flavor and light, fluffy texture, these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion—be it a picnic, tea party, or simply to indulge yourself. The addition of fragrant elderflower cordial elevates them beyond standard cupcakes, making them a cherished favorite among friends and family. Topped with elegant buttercream frosting and adorned with beautiful sugared flowers, these treats are as visually stunning as they are delicious.

Ingredients

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2 1/4 cups cake flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
6 Tbsp unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/4 cups sugar
2 tsp Meyer lemon zest
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/2 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt
2 Tbsp Elderflower cordial
1 Tbsp Meyer lemon juice
1 Tbsp water
1 1/2 Tbsp sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/8 tsp salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
1 1/2 Tbsp Elderflower cordial
1/2 Tbsp Meyer lemon juice
2 tsp meringue powder
2 Tbsp water
1/2 cup superfine sugar, divided
edible flowers

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Instructions

Prepare sugared flowers by mixing meringue powder and water, brush on edible flowers, then coat with superfine sugar.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin pans. Whisk together dry ingredients in one bowl and beat butter and sugar until fluffy in another.
Combine wet ingredients (buttermilk and yogurt), then alternate adding dry ingredients into the mixture.
Fill muffin cups with batter and bake for 18-19 minutes or until golden.
Make elderflower syrup by simmering cordial, lemon juice, water, and sugar.
Cool cupcakes slightly before brushing with syrup.
Create buttercream frosting with butter, powdered sugar, elderflower cordial, and lemon juice; frost cooled cupcakes.
Decorate with sugared flowers.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 210
Sugar: 17g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg