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Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes

Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes that Brighten Your Day

Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes combine zesty lemons with sweet raspberries for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Use gluten-free blend for gluten-free option.
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter At room temperature.
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Beaten until pale yellow.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cups sour cream Greek yogurt can be used.
  • 0.25 cups milk
  • 1 cups fresh raspberries Toss in flour to prevent sinking.
Frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.25 cups raspberry puree
Optional Ingredients
  • more fresh raspberries For garnish.
  • extra lemon zest For garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • mixer
  • muffin pan
  • paper liners

Method
 

Making the Cupcakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin pan by lining it with paper liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs, lemon zest, juice, and vanilla.
  4. Combine sour cream and milk into the butter mixture, add dry ingredients, and fold gently.
  5. Toss raspberries in flour and fold them into the batter carefully.
  6. Fill muffin liners ¾ full with batter and bake for 18-22 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cupcakes completely before frosting.
Making the Frosting
  1. Beat softened butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar, raspberry puree, and lemon juice.
  2. Frost the cooled cupcakes and garnish with fresh raspberries and lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using room temperature ingredients, especially butter and eggs, helps in achieving the best texture. Don't skip sour cream for moisture and maintain a light mixing technique to avoid dense cupcakes.

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