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Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes

Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes That Burst with Summer Flavor

Delicious Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes, the perfect spring or summer dessert bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or whole wheat flour for a healthier option
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt optional for low-sodium diets
  • ½ cup Milk or buttermilk for a richer taste
  • cup Vegetable Oil or melted coconut oil/applesauce
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a substitute
  • 1 large Egg or flaxseed meal for a vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh squeezed is best
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest zest before juicing
  • 1.5 cups Fresh Blueberries avoid frozen
For the Frosting
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter or salted butter
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar reduce for less sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Lemon Juice to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Lemon Zest to taste
  • pinch Salt balances sweetness

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • cupcake pan
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Spoon or scoop
  • piping bag

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently whisk until just combined.
  5. Fold in 1 to 1.5 cups of fresh blueberries.
  6. Fill the lined cupcake pan with batter, filling each liner about ¾ full, and bake for 20-22 minutes.
  7. Cool the cupcakes in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Frosting Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together ½ cup of softened unsalted butter and 8 ounces of cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  2. 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.
  3. Whip the frosting until fluffy and smooth.
  4. Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag.
  5. Sprinkle extra blueberries and lemon zest on top for presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor; allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.

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