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Lemon Cupcakes with Fresh Blueberry Buttercream Bliss

Lemon Cupcakes with Fresh Blueberry Buttercream

Delightful lemon cupcakes topped with a creamy fresh blueberry buttercream that will make your taste buds sing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
  7. Fold in the blueberries gently.
  8. Fill the cupcake liners with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool completely before frosting.

Notes

  • Ensure the blueberries are dry before adding them to the batter.
  • For an extra lemony flavor, add lemon juice to the frosting.

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Keywords: lemon cupcakes, blueberry buttercream, dessert, baking