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Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes with Blackberry Frosting

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Indulge in the bright and zesty allure of Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes topped with luscious Blackberry Frosting. These delightful treats combine a fluffy, citrus-infused cupcake with a sweet, tangy blackberry cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion or just a spontaneous sweet craving, these cupcakes are bound to become a favorite. Easy to make and visually stunning, they will surely impress friends and family alike.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp poppy seeds
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 3/4 cup blackberries (for frosting)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, poppy seeds, and salt.
  3. Cream the butter and sugar in another bowl until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
  4. Add eggs one at a time, followed by lemon zest and juice; mix well.
  5. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes; toothpick should come out clean.
  7. For the frosting, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth; fold in smashed blackberries.
  8. Cool cupcakes completely before frosting.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg