Ingredients
Method
Make the Cupcakes
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the buttermilk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
Make the Blueberry Buttercream
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well until smooth.
- In a small saucepan, heat the blueberries over medium heat until they break down and release their juices.
- Strain the blueberries to remove the skins and add the juice to the buttercream.
- Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined and fluffy.
Assemble the Cupcakes
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with the blueberry buttercream.
- Decorate with fresh blueberries if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
