Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes 🍋💖


 

These light, fluffy lemon cupcakes are filled with a sweet raspberry swirl and topped with luscious raspberry lemon buttercream—a perfect balance of tangy, fruity, and sweet! Ideal for spring, summer, or whenever you need a burst of sunshine in every bite.

Why You’ll Love These Cupcakes ❤️

✅ Bright lemon flavor – Zesty and refreshing!
✅ Raspberry surprise inside – A burst of fruity goodness.
✅ Creamy, dreamy frosting – Smooth and not too sweet.
✅ Beautiful pastel pink & yellow – Gorgeous for parties.


Ingredients You’ll Need 🛒

For the Lemon Cupcakes:

  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ¼ tsp baking soda

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature

  • 1 tbsp lemon zest (about 1 lemon)

  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk (or milk + ½ tsp vinegar)

For the Raspberry Swirl:

  • ½ cup raspberry jam (or blended fresh raspberries + 1 tbsp sugar)

For the Raspberry Lemon Buttercream:

  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened

  • 3 ½ cups (420g) powdered sugar

  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tsp lemon zest

  • ¼ cup raspberry puree (strained for smooth frosting)

  • Pinch of salt

For Garnish (Optional):

  • Fresh raspberries

  • Lemon slices

  • Edible flowers



Step-by-Step Instructions 👩‍🍳