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Delicious Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes with lemon frosting and fresh raspberries.

Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes

Indulge in the delightful taste of Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes! 🍋🧁 A perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors that will brighten your day!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American-inspired comfort food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Instructions Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour A key ingredient for structure and texture.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar Sweetens the cupcakes and helps with moisture.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Ensures the cupcakes rise perfectly.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Adds richness and a tender crumb.
  • 2 large Eggs Provide moisture and help bind the ingredients together.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract Adds a warm, sweet flavor to the batter.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Keeps the batter moist and helps with mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh raspberries For a burst of fruity flavor and color.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon zest Brightens the flavor profile with a citrusy kick.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice Adds tanginess and balances the sweetness.
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar For a smooth and sweet frosting.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream Creates a rich and creamy frosting texture.

Equipment

  • 1 Cupcake pan Line with paper liners.
  • 1 Mixing bowls For mixing dry and wet ingredients.
  • 1 Whisk For mixing dry ingredients.
  • 1 Electric mixer For creaming butter and sugar.

Method
 

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
  1. Collect all your ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, butter, eggs, milk, lemon zest, lemon juice, fresh raspberries, and vanilla extract.
Step 2: Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Step 4: Cream Butter and Sugar
  1. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Step 5: Add Eggs and Flavor
  1. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the lemon zest and vanilla extract.
Step 6: Combine Mixtures
  1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
Step 7: Fold in Raspberries
  1. Gently fold in the fresh raspberries, being careful not to crush them.
Step 8: Fill Cupcake Liners
  1. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
Step 9: Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 10: Cool and Frost
  1. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting with your favorite lemon or raspberry frosting.
Step 11: Enjoy!
  1. Dig in and savor the delightful flavors of your Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes!

Notes

Essential nutrition facts per serving:
Nutrient Amount
Calories 250
Fat 10g
Protein 3g
Carbs 38g