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Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes

Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes for a Sweet Celebration

Delight in the vibrant flavors of Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened.
  • 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used.
  • 3 large Large Eggs At room temperature.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best results.
  • 2 tsp Lemon Zest Fresh zest preferred.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk and vinegar.
Fillings
  • 1/2 cup Raspberry Jam Can substitute with any berry jam.
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Curd Store-bought or homemade.
Frosting
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar Sift before using.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with milk for a lighter option.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Muffin tin
  • cupcake liners
  • knife or cupcake corer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with buttermilk.
  6. Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  7. Cool for about 5 minutes in the tin before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Create cavity in each cupcake and fill with raspberry jam and lemon curd.
  9. Prepare frosting by beating the softened butter, then adding powdered sugar and cream.
  10. Pipe or spread frosting onto each cooled cupcake and garnish with fresh raspberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture.

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