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Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes with Blackberry Frosting Recipe

Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes with Blackberry Frosting Recipe

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Indulge in the perfect balance of zesty lemon and sweet blackberry with these delightful Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes topped with a luscious Blackberry Frosting. A treat for the senses!

Ingredients

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Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest*
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, room temperature
  • 2/3 cup sour cream, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice*, freshly squeezed
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds

Blackberry Frosting*

  • 1 1/2 cups blackberries, fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cream or cream, if needed

Instructions

  1. Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes – Preheat the oven to 350F degrees and line 2 muffin pans with liners. Sift together the dry ingredients. Beat butter, sugar, and lemon zest. Add eggs and vanilla. Alternate adding sour cream and flour mixture. Fold in lemon juice and poppy seeds. Bake and cool.
  2. Blackberry Frosting* – Blend blackberries, strain seeds. Simmer puree in a saucepan until thick. Beat butter, add powdered sugar, salt, and blackberry puree. Adjust consistency with more puree or cream. Frost cupcakes.

Notes

  • For intense blackberry flavor, use fresh blackberries if available.
  • Ensure blackberry puree is completely cooled before adding to the frosting.

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Keywords: Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes, Blackberry Frosting, Cupcake Recipe, Dessert, Lemon Cupcakes