Description
Raspberry swirl cupcakes deliver a delightful dance of tangy berries and sweet vanilla. Creamy frosting and delicate swirls create a perfect dessert that delights senses and brings pure joy to anyone craving something special.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups (354 ml) all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups (118 ml) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (237 ml) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups (118 ml) sour cream
Leavening and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups (59 ml) milk
Raspberry and Frosting Ingredients:
- 0.5 cups (118 ml) fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 cups (474 ml) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat the oven to the specified temperature and arrange cupcake liners in a muffin tin.
- Crush raspberries with a portion of granulated sugar, creating a vibrant fruit compote that will serve as the swirl element.
- Combine all dry ingredients in a separate mixing vessel, ensuring an even distribution of leavening agents and seasoning.
- Cream butter and sugar together until the mixture becomes pale and voluminous, incorporating eggs individually to maintain a smooth texture. Introduce vanilla extract for aromatic depth.
- Carefully fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with sour cream and milk to create a cohesive, silky batter.
- Distribute the batter evenly across cupcake liners, leaving sufficient space for rising. Delicately dollop raspberry mixture atop each cupcake and use a toothpick to create elegant swirling patterns.
- Bake until the cupcakes develop a golden hue and pass the toothpick test. Allow brief resting in the pan before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prepare frosting by whipping butter until smooth, gradually integrating powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream until achieving a luxurious, spreadable consistency.
- Once cupcakes have completely cooled, generously apply the prepared frosting, creating a decadent finishing touch to these delightful raspberry-infused treats.
Notes
- Raspberry preparation transforms ordinary cupcakes into a vibrant, fruity dessert with a stunning swirl effect.
- Room temperature ingredients ensure smooth batter and consistent texture during mixing.
- Swirling technique requires gentle toothpick movements to create beautiful marbled patterns without overmixing.
- Cooling cupcakes completely prevents frosting from melting and maintains delicate decorative details.
- Sour cream adds moisture and rich tangy flavor, making these cupcakes exceptionally tender and delicious.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for maximum freshness, consuming within 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg