Blueberry Cupcakes With Lemon Blueberry Frosting

Name: Blueberry Cupcakes With Lemon Blueberry Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE CUPCAKES:; 1 box Vanilla Or Yellow Cake Mix (15-18 Ounce Box); Additional Required Ingredients Specified On The Cake Box (typically Water, Eggs And Oil); 1-1/4 cup Whole Blueberries; FOR THE FROSTING:; 8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese; 1 stick Butter, Softened; 1 cup Blueberries, Smashed; 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract; 1/2 teaspoons Lemon Zest; 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice; 1/3 cups Brown Sugar; 2 Tablespoons Extra Lemon Zest For Garnish, If Desired

Servings: persons

FOR THE CUPCAKES:
1 box Vanilla Or Yellow Cake Mix (15-18 Ounce Box)
Additional Required Ingredients Specified On The Cake Box (typically Water, Eggs And Oil)
1-1/4 cup Whole Blueberries
FOR THE FROSTING:
8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese
1 stick Butter, Softened
1 cup Blueberries, Smashed
1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoons Lemon Zest
2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
1/3 cups Brown Sugar
2 Tablespoons Extra Lemon Zest For Garnish, If Desired

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1. Preheat the oven to 325 F.
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2. Prepare cake batter according to direction.
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3. Add the whole blueberries to the cake batter and beat on medium speed for about 30 seconds, until blueberries are combined. It is OK if you smash them a little bit.
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4. Grease one (or two if you have them) 12-count cupcake pan (recipe makes roughly 20) and fill each spot about 3/4 of the way full. You don't want them getting too big when they bake.
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5. Bake in the 325 F oven for about 20 minutes, or until browned on top and cooked through. They are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If using one cupcake pan you will have to bake in two batches. Or you could use two cupcake pans and bake about 5-10 minutes longer, rotating pans halfway through.
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6. Take cupcake pan(s) out of the oven and remove cupcakes to a cooling rack.
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7. Make the frosting: In a medium sized bowl combine cream cheese, butter, smashed blueberries, vanilla extract, lemon zest and juice, and brown sugar.
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8. Cream the ingredients together with an electric mixer for about 1-2 minutes until it all comes together. Set aside.
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9. Once cupcakes are thoroughly cooled, cut each one in half horizontally and spread the top of the bottom half with 1-2 tablespoons of frosting. Put the top on.
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10. Garnish the top with a dollop of frosting and lemon zest, if desired.

580

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE CUPCAKES:, 1 box Vanilla Or Yellow Cake Mix (15-18 Ounce Box), Additional Required Ingredients Specified On The Cake Box (typically Water, Eggs And Oil), 1-1/4 cup Whole Blueberries, and more.

Yes, Blueberry Cupcakes With Lemon Blueberry Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!