Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes Recipe
Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes combine tart lemon and sweet raspberries for a bright, flavorful treat. A delightful dessert for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- Powdered sugar for dusting or frosting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla to the butter mixture. Mix well.
- Gradually alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, mixing until combined.
- Gently fold in raspberries.
- Divide batter among cupcake liners, filling ¾ full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool before dusting with powdered sugar or frosting.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a lemon glaze or cream cheese frosting.
- Use fresh or frozen raspberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg