Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes (Recipe for Printing)

Fresh raspberry and zesty lemon cupcakes with light, tangy frosting make these a great spring dessert or summer birthday treat. Save & click.

# What You Need:

→ Cupcake Batter

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 2 large eggs, at room temperature
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1/2 cup whole milk
09 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
10 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for raspberries)

→ Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

11 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
12 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
13 - 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
14 - 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
15 - 2 teaspoons lemon zest

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
02 - In a large bowl, beat unsalted butter and granulated sugar for 2 to 3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
03 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
04 - Blend in vanilla extract and whole milk until fully combined.
05 - In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
06 - Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches, mixing gently until integrated without overbeating.
07 - Toss fresh raspberries with 1 tablespoon of flour. Carefully fold raspberries into the batter, ensuring even distribution.
08 - Spoon batter evenly into prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
09 - Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool cupcakes completely on a wire rack before frosting.
10 - In a bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, followed by fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, and continue beating until frosting is light and fluffy.
11 - Using a spoon or piping bag, spread or pipe lemon cream cheese frosting onto cooled cupcakes. Serve immediately or refrigerate as needed.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal texture and even mixing.
02 - Folding raspberries in flour prevents them from sinking to the bottom during baking.

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