Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes
Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes are a delightful blend of moist, buttery cake infused with fresh raspberries and zesty lemon. Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes feature a luscious lemon cream cheese frosting that beautifully balances tartness and sweetness. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, enjoying an afternoon tea, or simply indulging at home, these cupcakes will impress everyone with their vibrant flavors and stunning presentation. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they are ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Customize them with fresh or frozen raspberries for a treat that’s sure to enchant!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and juice.
- Combine dry ingredients alternately with sour cream until just mixed; fold in raspberries.
- Fill liners with batter and bake for 16–18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting with whipped cream cheese mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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