Juicy Blackberry Cupcakes
These Juicy Blackberry Cupcakes are a perfect blend of sweet vanilla and tart blackberries, topped with a luscious blackberry frosting.
Equipment
- 1 cupcake tin lined with cupcake liners
- 1 electric mixer
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
Ingredients
Cupcake Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
Blackberry Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup blackberry puree
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Fold in the blackberries gently to prevent them from breaking apart.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake tin, filling each liner about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
Serving
- Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack before frosting. Use a piping bag to frost each cupcake with the blackberry frosting. Top with a fresh blackberry for garnish, if desired.
Storage
- Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to a month.
Notes
Pro Tips: For the best flavor, use fresh blackberries and make sure the frosting ingredients are at room temperature. Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute whole milk with almond milk for a dairy-free option. How to Serve: Serve these cupcakes as a dessert or a sweet treat at any time of the day. Storage & Freshness: Keep them in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the cupcakes a day in advance and frost just before serving to save time.