Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes – Light, Zesty, and Bursting with Flavor

These Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the bright, tangy zest of lemon with juicy raspberries baked into a moist, tender cupcake. Topped with a creamy lemon frosting, they offer the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Whether for a special occasion or just a sweet snack, these cupcakes are sure to impress with their refreshing flavor and beautiful presentation.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Bright & Zesty – Fresh lemon juice and zest add a lively citrus punch.
Burst of Raspberry – Real raspberries folded into the batter create juicy pockets of flavor.
Moist & Tender – Perfectly baked cupcakes with a soft crumb.
Creamy Frosting – Lemon-flavored buttercream adds smooth, tangy sweetness.

Ingredients

Cupcakes:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 1 cup fresh raspberries

Lemon Frosting:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1-2 tbsp milk or cream (to adjust consistency)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
   In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar
   In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs & Flavorings
   Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
5. Combine Wet & Dry
   Alternately add flour mixture and sour cream, beginning and ending with flour. Gently fold in raspberries.
6. Bake
   Divide batter evenly into cupcake liners. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
7. Make Frosting
   Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Adjust consistency with milk as needed.
8. Frost & Serve
   Pipe or spread frosting on cooled cupcakes. Garnish with extra raspberries or lemon zest if desired.

Nutritional Information

Calories: ~220
Protein: 3g
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Sugar: 22g
Fiber: 1g

Tips for Success

• Use Fresh Lemons – Fresh juice and zest make a big difference in flavor.
• Gently Fold Raspberries – To avoid crushing, fold them in carefully.
• Cool Completely – Frosting melts if cupcakes aren’t fully cooled.

Why This Recipe Works

The combination of lemon’s bright acidity and raspberries’ sweet tartness creates a refreshing cupcake that’s moist and flavorful. The creamy lemon frosting balances the flavors perfectly, making these cupcakes a heavenly treat.

Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes are a light, zesty, and sweet dessert that’s easy to make and sure to please any crowd. Perfect for celebrations or just a special indulgence, they bring sunshine and flavor to every bite.