Description
Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of tart raspberries and bright lemon that will elevate any gathering. With their moist texture and vibrant colors, these cupcakes make for a show-stopping dessert that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Perfectly sweetened with raspberry jam and creamy lemon curd filling, they offer an explosion of flavor in every bite. Not only are they easy to whip up in just 35 minutes, but they can also be customized to suit your preferences, making them ideal for birthdays, tea parties, or simply indulging yourself on a busy weeknight. Get ready to impress friends and family with these beautiful cupcakes that taste as amazing as they look!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ½ cup raspberry jam or preserves
- ½ cup lemon curd
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Fresh raspberries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then beat in eggs one at a time.
- Mix in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with buttermilk until just mixed.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes; cool completely.
- Core each cupcake center and fill with half raspberry jam and half lemon curd.
- For frosting, beat softened butter then gradually add powdered sugar and cream until fluffy.
- Frost cupcakes generously and garnish with fresh raspberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg