Description
These delightful cupcakes combine a tender, zesty lemon cake with a vibrant, naturally purple lemon-blueberry buttercream. They are perfect for any occasion and a treat for both the eyes and the palate.
Ingredients
- For the Lemon Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups (195g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ⅓ cup (80ml) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (60ml) vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120g) full-fat sour cream, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest (from 1–2 lemons)
- For the Lemon-Blueberry Frosting:
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for blueberries)
- Optional: Fresh blueberries and lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- 2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, melted butter, oil, vanilla, sour cream, and lemon zest until combined.
- 4. Combine: Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5. Bake: Divide batter evenly into liners (about 3 tbsp each). Bake 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer comes out clean. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 6. Make Blueberry Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup blueberries and 1 tbsp granulated sugar. Cook over medium heat until blueberries burst and release juice (5-7 mins). Strain through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing solids. Let syrup cool completely.
- 7. Make Frosting: In a large bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, then beat until light and fluffy. Add cooled blueberry syrup and lemon juice; beat until smooth and vibrant.
- 8. Decorate: Once cupcakes are completely cool, pipe or spread frosting onto each. Garnish with fresh blueberries and lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins