Description
These Blueberry Cupcakes are a delightful treat that perfectly balances the sweetness of blueberries with a rich, creamy frosting. Light and flavorful, they are sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a special dessert for yourself.
Ingredients
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Cupcake Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (if using frozen, do not thaw)
Frosting Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh blueberries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Prepare wet ingredients: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine ingredients: Add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Bake: Divide the batter among the muffin cups and bake for 18 to 20 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Make frosting: Beat the softened butter until smooth, then gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, beating until light and fluffy.
- Frost cupcakes: Frost the cooled cupcakes and top each with a fresh blueberry.
Notes
- Toss the blueberries in a bit of flour before folding them in to help prevent sinking.
- You can add a hint of lemon zest to the batter for a fresh twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
