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🧁 Blueberry Cupcakes – Sweet, Fluffy & Bursting with Berries



These Blueberry Cupcakes are light, moist, and filled with juicy blueberries. Topped with a creamy lemon or vanilla frosting, they’re perfect for birthdays, tea parties, or a simple weekend treat. The fresh berries add a natural sweetness and a burst of flavor in every bite.

💛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • ✅ Fluffy cupcakes studded with fresh blueberries

  • ✅ Easy to make in under 30 minutes

  • ✅ Perfect balance of sweet & tangy

  • ✅ Pairs beautifully with lemon or vanilla frosting

🛒 Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ cup milk

  • 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries (tossed lightly in 1 tbsp flour to prevent sinking)

For the Frosting (Lemon Buttercream):

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 2 cups powdered sugar

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (or milk, for vanilla buttercream)

  • 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

2. Make the Batter

  • In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.

  • In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.

  • Add eggs and vanilla, beating well.

  • Alternate adding flour mixture and milk, mixing until just combined.

  • Gently fold in blueberries.

3. Bake

  • Divide batter evenly into cupcake liners (about ¾ full).

  • Bake 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

  • Cool completely before frosting.

4. Make Frosting

  • Beat butter until creamy.

  • Add powdered sugar gradually, then lemon juice and zest.

  • Whip until light and fluffy.

5. Frost & Serve

  • Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes.

  • Garnish with extra blueberries or lemon zest.

🎥 YouTube Video Tutorial



🍴 Tips & Variations

  • Extra Moist: Add 2 tbsp sour cream to the batter.

  • Lemon Lovers: Add lemon zest to the batter for extra brightness.

  • Frosting Swap: Try cream cheese frosting for a tangy twist.

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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