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Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes
 
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Prep Time: 55 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 75 Minutes
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/4 cups pastry flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups buttermilk, at room temperature
1 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon zest
3 whole eggs, at room temperature
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 1/2 lemons, juiced
1/2 cup raspberries, halved, plus more for garnish
1 cup cream cheese, at room temperature
1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup melted white chocolate
2 cups powdered sugar
Directions:
1. For the cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 345 degrees F. Line a cupcake pan with liners.
2. Combine the granulated sugar, pastry flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, olive oil, lemon zest and eggs. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix with a whisk until smooth.
3. Scoop the batter into the cupcake liners and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the cupcakes. If it comes out clean, they are done.
4. For the soaker: In a small pot over medium heat, add the granulated sugar, lemon juice and 2 tablespoons water. Once the sugar has been dissolved, it is ready to be used.
5. After the cupcakes are baked, brush the soaker on top of each cupcake and add a few halved raspberries.
6. For the frosting: Mix the cream cheese until smooth using the paddle attachment on a mixer. Add in the butter and mix until mixed in. Add the white chocolate and mix until fully incorporated. Add the powdered sugar until you reach a smooth frosting-like consistency. Put the frosting into a piping bag with piping tip of your choice.
7. To assemble: Decorate the way you like with the cream cheese frosting. Garnish with fresh raspberries for a refreshing look. Get creative and have a blast!
8. This recipe was created by a contestant during a cooking competition. The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use and therefore cannot make any representation as to the results.
By RecipeOfHealth.com