Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes – The Perfect Sweet & Tangy Treat!

🧑‍🍳 How to Make Raspberry Lemon Heaven Cupcakes

1️⃣ Prepare the Cupcakes

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until just combined.
6. Gently fold in ½ cup raspberries.

2️⃣ Bake the Cupcakes

1. Fill each cupcake liner about ⅔ full.
2. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
3. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

3️⃣ Make the Raspberry Filling

1. In a saucepan, heat raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat. Cook for about 5 minutes until thick.
2. Let cool completely. For a smooth filling, strain out the seeds.

4️⃣ Prepare the Lemon Glaze

1. Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk until smooth and pourable.

5️⃣ Assemble the Cupcakes

1. Cut a small hole in the center of each cooled cupcake.
2. Fill each with a spoonful of raspberry filling.
3. Drizzle with lemon glaze and let it slightly run down the sides.

💡 Why You’ll Love These Cupcakes

✔️ Perfect for Any Occasion – From birthdays to weekend treats!
✔️ Easy & Quick – Ready in under an hour.
✔️ Tastes Like a Bakery Treat – But at a fraction of the cost!
✔️ Great for Beginners – No fancy equipment needed.

💬 Have you ever tried making raspberry-filled cupcakes? Share your experience in the comments below!