Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes: Easy, Indulgent Treats for Everyone
Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the tartness of fresh raspberries and the zing of lemon for a perfect balance of flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with liners.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the raspberries.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a cream cheese frosting on top.
- Use fresh raspberries for the best taste, but frozen raspberries can work in a pinch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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