Description
Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes are the ultimate treat for any occasion, combining the bright, refreshing flavors of fresh raspberries and zesty lemons in a delightfully moist cupcake. Topped with a smooth lemon frosting and garnished with juicy raspberries, these cupcakes not only look stunning but also burst with flavor in every bite. Perfect for summer picnics, birthday parties, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, this easy recipe will impress guests of all ages. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can achieve bakery-quality results that bring sunshine to every occasion.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Eggs
- Milk
- Lemon zest
- Fresh raspberries
- Powdered sugar (for frosting)
- Lemon juice (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter until fluffy; gradually add sugar.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in milk and lemon zest.
- Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; gently fold in raspberries.
- Spoon batter into muffin tins about two-thirds full; bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool before frosting with lemon-flavored icing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg