Blueberry Cream Cheese Filled Cupcakes with Purple Frosting (Soft, Creamy, Bakery-Style)

Ingredients

For the Cupcake Batter

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup milk

For the Blueberry Filling

• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp cornstarch

For the Cream Cheese Filling

• 200g (7 oz) cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Purple Frosting (Ube / Blueberry Style)

• 200g (7 oz) butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2–3 tbsp ube puree or blueberry puree
• 1–2 tbsp milk
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

For Decoration

• Fresh blueberries
• Lime zest (optional, for contrast and freshness)

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Blueberry Filling

1. In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
2. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until thick and jam-like.
3. Let cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare the Cupcake Batter

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a cupcake tray.
2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing until smooth.

Step 3: Bake

1. Fill cupcake liners about ⅔ full.
2. Bake for 18–22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
3. Let cool completely.

Step 4: Fill the Cupcakes

1. Cut a small hole in the center of each cupcake.
2. Add a spoon of cream cheese filling.
3. Add a layer of blueberry filling on top.

Step 5: Make the Frosting

1. Beat butter until creamy.
2. Gradually add powdered sugar.
3. Add ube or blueberry puree, milk, and vanilla.
4. Beat until smooth and fluffy.

Step 6: Decorate

1. Pipe frosting generously on top.
2. Garnish with fresh blueberries and a sprinkle of lime zest.

Pro Tips (Next-Level Texture & Flavor)

• Chill the filling before using → easier to control when stuffing.
• Do not overmix batter → keeps cupcakes soft and fluffy.
• Use ube for that vibrant purple + unique flavor.
• Add lemon zest into batter for a fresh, slightly tangy balance.

Serving Suggestions

• Best served slightly chilled or at room temperature
• Perfect for parties, dessert boxes, or premium bakery sales
• Pair with tea, coffee, or fruit drinks