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Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes

Deliciously moist lemon blueberry cupcakes topped with a creamy lemon frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries washed and dried
Lemon Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon milk optional for consistency

Method
 

Prepare Cupcakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in the blueberries.
  8. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners.
  9. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Prepare Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
  3. Add the lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing until well combined.
  4. If the frosting is too thick, add milk a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Assemble Cupcakes
  1. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the lemon frosting using a spatula or piping bag.
  2. Garnish with additional blueberries or lemon zest if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh blueberries and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.

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