Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes Delight (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes

01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 1/2 cup milk, room temperature
06 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil
07 - 2 tbsp sour cream
08 - 1 egg, room temperature
09 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
10 - Zest of 1 lemon
11 - 3/4 cup fresh blueberries

→ Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

12 - 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
13 - 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
14 - 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
15 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
16 - Zest of 1 lemon
17 - 1/4 tsp salt
18 - Additional lemon zest and blueberries for garnish (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with 12 cupcake liners.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to combine.
03 - Add milk, vegetable oil, sour cream, egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Whisk until combined without overmixing.
04 - Gently fold the blueberries into the batter until evenly distributed.
05 - Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each liner approximately 3/4 full.
06 - Bake for 20-22 minutes or until the tops of the cupcakes bounce back slightly when touched.
07 - Remove the cupcakes from the oven and cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - In a mixing bowl or stand mixer, beat unsalted butter and cream cheese on medium-high speed until light and creamy.
09 - Gradually add powdered sugar in two batches, mixing on low speed until incorporated.
10 - Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt, then mix on low speed until combined. Increase to high speed and whip for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
11 - Spread or pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes. Garnish with additional lemon zest and fresh blueberries if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Do not overmix the cupcake batter to avoid dense textures.
02 - Ensure butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for smooth frosting.