Description
These delightful blueberry lime cupcakes feature a tender crumb, juicy blueberries, and a vibrant lime kick, all crowned with a tangy lime buttercream. They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120g) sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lime zest (from 2–3 limes)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup (60ml) milk
- 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries (tossed in 1 tbsp flour)
- For the Lime Buttercream Frosting:
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cups (360-480g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 2–3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2–4 tbsp heavy cream or milk
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: Green food coloring
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- 2. Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
- 4. Add Eggs and Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs one at a time. Then add sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime zest, and lime juice; mix until just combined.
- 5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, alternating with milk, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 6. Gently Fold in Blueberries: Fold floured blueberries into the batter.
- 7. Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide batter evenly among liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- 8. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted comes out clean. Cool in tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9. Prepare Lime Buttercream: While cupcakes cool, cream softened butter. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, then lime zest, lime juice, and salt. Add heavy cream/milk 1 tbsp at a time until desired consistency. Add food coloring if desired.
- 10. Frost Cooled Cupcakes: Once completely cool, frost cupcakes generously. Garnish with extra lime zest if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 18-22 mins