Description
These Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes are light, fluffy, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor and juicy blueberries! Topped with a smooth lemon cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for spring, summer, or any occasion that calls for a bright and refreshing dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (adds extra brightness!)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or buttermilk for extra moisture!)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (if using frozen, do not thaw!)
- 1 tbsp flour (to coat blueberries and prevent sinking!)
For the Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Step 2: Make the Cupcake Batter
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk, mixing until just combined.
Step 3: Fold in the Blueberries
- Toss blueberries with 1 tbsp flour (to prevent sinking).
- Gently fold the blueberries into the batter.
Step 4: Bake the Cupcakes
- Fill each cupcake liner ¾ full with batter.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 5: Make the Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy.
Step 6: Frost & Serve
- Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes.
- Garnish with extra blueberries, lemon zest, or a lemon slice.
- Serve & enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
- With Tea or Coffee: A perfect afternoon treat!
- For a Brunch Spread: Serve alongside fruit salad and pastries.
- For a Special Occasion: Add edible flowers or a dusting of powdered sugar!
Notes
- Want them extra moist? Substitute sour cream or Greek yogurt for the milk.
- Make them gluten-free! Use 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- More lemon flavor? Add ½ tsp lemon extract to the batter.
- Lighter frosting? Use whipped cream instead of cream cheese frosting.