Description
Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of blueberries with the zesty brightness of lemon. These fluffy, moist cupcakes are perfect for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to brunch gatherings. With a simple recipe and vibrant flavors, they’re sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or save them for later; they stay deliciously moist for days!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tbsp milk or cream (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing in lemon zest and juice until combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just incorporated.
- Gently fold in blueberries.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg