Description
Indulge in the delightful flavor of Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any occasion. These light and fluffy cupcakes combine the refreshing zest of lemon with the unique crunch of poppy seeds, creating a dessert that is as beautiful as it is tasty. Topped with creamy frosting and garnished with fresh blackberries, these cupcakes are sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to make and utterly delicious, they are ideal for birthday parties, afternoon tea, or simply as a sweet snack at home. Enjoy a burst of citrus flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 ½ tablespoons poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in lemon zest, vanilla extract, sour cream, and lemon juice until combined. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; gently fold in poppy seeds.
- Spoon batter into muffin tin, filling each liner about two-thirds full. Bake for approximately 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool before frosting them generously with your favorite icing and topping with fresh blackberries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture. Freshly squeeze lemons to ensure maximum flavor. Customize your frosting by adding flavors like vanilla or almond extract.