Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes

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Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes 🍋🧁

A love letter in cupcake form — where citrus meets berry in a tender kiss of sweetness.

📜 Introduction

Light, fluffy, and bursting with zesty brightness, these Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes are a celebration of summer in every bite. Imagine the tang of lemon zest dancing with juicy, tart raspberries in a perfectly golden sponge, topped with a delicate lemon glaze and adorned with fresh fruit. Whether you’re baking for a tea party, a birthday, or simply to impress someone you adore, these cupcakes speak the language of love and flavor.

📖 A Little History

The humble cupcake dates back to the 19th century, originating in America where ingredients were measured by the cup—hence the name. Over time, these individual treats evolved into canvases for culinary creativity.

Lemon and raspberry, meanwhile, have long been star-crossed lovers in the world of desserts. Lemon, bright and sharp, finds harmony in the sweet-tart juiciness of raspberries. Together, they create a timeless flavor pairing — refined, fresh, and deeply satisfying.

🛒 Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

  • 190 g plain flour (all-purpose flour)
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 115 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 200 g granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 120 ml milk (whole or semi-skimmed)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 150 g fresh raspberries (or frozen, not thawed)

For the Lemon Glaze Frosting:

  • 60 g icing sugar (powdered sugar)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (add more to reach drizzle consistency)

Optional Decorations:

  • Fresh raspberries
  • Additional lemon zest
  • Edible flowers (like violas or pansies)
  • Mint leaves

🧁 Method

1. Preparation:

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper cupcake liners.

2. Dry Ingredients:

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. Cream the Butter & Sugar:

In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the butter and sugar together until pale and fluffy — about 3–4 minutes.

4. Add Eggs & Vanilla:

Beat in the eggs one at a time, scraping down the sides between additions. Mix in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.

5. Alternate Dry & Wet:

Add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry mix. Do not overmix — just until combined.

6. Fold in Raspberries:

Gently fold the raspberries into the batter with a spatula. Be delicate to avoid crushing them too much.

7. Fill & Bake:

Divide the batter evenly among the liners, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

8. Cool Down:

Let cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

🍋 Make the Lemon Glaze:

In a small bowl, whisk together icing sugar and lemon juice until smooth and pourable. If it’s too thick, add a drop more juice. If too runny, add more sugar.

🎨 Decoration & Finishing Touches

Once the cupcakes are cool:

  1. Spoon the lemon glaze over each cupcake.
  2. Top with a fresh raspberry, a pinch of lemon zest, and if you’re feeling romantic — an edible flower or mint leaf.

💞 A Cupcake for Lovers

Baking these cupcakes with a partner, or for someone you cherish, turns a simple dessert into a gesture of affection. Cooking together fosters connection — folding batter side-by-side, taste-testing lemon glaze, stealing a kiss amid flour clouds. Share one warm from the oven, glaze dripping, and you’ll feel the recipe’s secret ingredient: love.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Pair with Earl Grey tea, lemonade, or Prosecco.
  • Serve as a mini dessert course with a scoop of raspberry sorbet.
  • Add a side of sweet whipped cream for extra indulgence.

💬 Conclusion

Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes are more than just a dessert — they’re a mood, a memory, a moment to savor. With their soft crumb, fresh fruit, and zingy citrus notes, they offer the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Whether you’re wooing someone special or simply treating yourself, these cupcakes whisper joy with every bite.

So bake with intention, decorate with love, and share freely — because happiness, much like cupcakes, is better when shared. ❤️🧁

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