Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cupcake Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
- In another bowl, combine ½ cup of milk, ⅓ cup of vegetable oil, ½ cup of sour cream, 1 large egg, the zest of 1 lemon, and the juice of 1 lemon.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently whisk until just combined.
- Fold in 1 to 1.5 cups of fresh blueberries.
- Fill the lined cupcake pan with batter, filling each liner about ¾ full, and bake for 20-22 minutes.
- Cool the cupcakes in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Frosting Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, beat together ½ cup of softened unsalted butter and 8 ounces of cream cheese until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add 4 cups of powdered sugar, mixing on low speed until combined, then add the zest and juice from 1 lemon along with a pinch of salt.
- Whip the frosting until fluffy and smooth.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag.
- Sprinkle extra blueberries and lemon zest on top for presentation.
Nutrition
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor; allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
