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Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes

Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes
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Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes are a delightful dessert that perfectly combines the tartness of lemon with the sweetness of raspberry. Each cupcake features a moist lemon base, generously filled with luscious raspberry jam and zesty lemon curd. Topped with creamy frosting and fresh raspberries, these treats not only taste incredible but also look stunning on any dessert table. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging yourself, these cupcakes are sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • ½ cup raspberry jam or preserves
  • ½ cup lemon curd
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened for frosting
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk until just combined.
  6. Spoon batter into cupcake liners, filling them two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean; cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. Once cooled, fill each cupcake with raspberry jam followed by lemon curd.
  9. For frosting, beat butter until smooth; add powdered sugar gradually with milk to desired consistency. Frost cupcakes and garnish with fresh raspberries.

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