These blueberry cupcakes are a delicious treat, bursting with fresh flavors and perfect for any occasion.

Here’s a simple guide to making them, complete with cream cheese frosting.

<h3>Ingredients</h3>

<b>For the Cupcakes:</b>

• 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour

• 3/4 tsp baking powder

• 1/4 tsp baking soda

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 3/4 cup granulated sugar

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 large egg

• 2 egg whites

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/4 cup buttermilk

• 1/3 cup sour cream

• 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries (plus extra for garnish)

<b>For the Cream Cheese Frosting:</b>

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/4 cup frozen blueberries, mashed

<h3>Instructions</h3>

Step 1: Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, thoroughly mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt using a whisk.

Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar: In a stand mixer, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Scrape down the bowl as needed.

Step 4: Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Introduce the entire egg along with the egg whites into the butter mixture. Beat well, then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5: Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk and sour cream until smooth.

Step 6: Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add half of the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed. Subsequently, incorporate the buttermilk mixture, and then introduce the rest of the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

Step 7: Prepare Blueberries: Toss the fresh blueberries with a tablespoon of flour to coat them lightly. This helps keep them from sinking.

Step 8: Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the blueberries into the batter.

Step 9: Distribute the batter uniformly into the cupcake liners, ensuring that each is filled to approximately three-quarters of its capacity.

Step 10: Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the item to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, after which transfer it to a wire rack to cool entirely.

Step 11: 1. Prepare the frosting by combining softened butter and cream cheese, then beat the mixture until it achieves a smooth consistency. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix well. Stir in vanilla and mashed blueberries.

Step 12: Frost Cupcakes: Once cooled, frost the cupcakes with cream cheese frosting and garnish with fresh blueberries.

Enjoy your homemade blueberry cupcakes at gatherings or as a sweet treat at home!

Blueberry Muffins

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