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Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes

Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes
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Delicious and tangy Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes filled with raspberry jam and lemon curd, topped with creamy frosting.

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 heavy cream or milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Fresh raspberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and lemon zest.
  4. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. Once cooled, use a knife or cupcake corer to remove a small section from the center of each cupcake. Fill the cavity with half raspberry jam and half lemon curd. Replace the top piece to seal.
  7. For the frosting, beat the butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in vanilla and enough cream to achieve the desired consistency. Beat until fluffy.
  8. Pipe or spread frosting onto each cupcake and garnish with a fresh raspberry on top.

Notes

  • Ensure that the butter is softened for both the cupcake and frosting for the best results.
  • You can adjust the amount of heavy cream or milk in the frosting to achieve your preferred consistency.
  • These cupcakes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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