Description
Luscious Lemon Raspberry Swirl Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines zesty lemon and sweet raspberries in every bite. These soft, moist cupcakes are not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor, making them the perfect dessert for birthdays, picnics, or any occasion that calls for a little sweetness. Easy to make and even easier to love, these cupcakes will leave your guests wanting more.
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
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy; add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Stir in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and juice until combined.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients with heavy cream until just combined; gently fold in raspberries.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prepare frosting by whipping together powdered sugar and heavy cream until fluffy; frost cooled cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (72g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg