Print

Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes are a refreshing and delightful treat that perfectly balance the zesty brightness of lemon with the unique crunch of poppy seeds. These moist cupcakes are ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a celebratory birthday party or a casual afternoon gathering. Their light texture and invigorating flavor make them a favorite among dessert lovers. Topped with a luscious blackberry frosting, these cupcakes are not just visually appealing but also a deliciously sweet addition to your dessert table.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 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)
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1 1/2 cups blackberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cream (if needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add lemon zest, eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream, and lemon juice to the butter mixture; mix until combined.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding in poppy seeds gently.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter and bake for approximately 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool completely before frosting with blackberry frosting made from blackberries, softened butter, powdered sugar, salt, and optional cream.

Nutrition

save me