Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes
Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of sweet-tart raspberry and zesty lemon flavors. Each light and fluffy cupcake is infused with fresh raspberries and topped with a luscious lemon buttercream frosting, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply indulging your sweet tooth, these cupcakes are sure to brighten your day and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until combined.
- Beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually mix in the dry ingredients until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Pour in milk and blend until smooth.
- Gently fold in raspberries, lemon zest, and juice without crushing the berries.
- Divide batter into prepared muffin tins (about two-thirds full) and bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with lemon buttercream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg