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Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes

Deliciously moist lemon blueberry cupcakes topped with a light lemon frosting.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 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
 

Make the 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 granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice, mixing until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in the blueberries.
  7. Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each liner about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
  3. If the frosting is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk to reach desired consistency.
Assemble the Cupcakes
  1. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the lemon frosting using a piping bag or a spatula.
  2. Optional: Garnish with additional blueberries or lemon zest on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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