Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet peaches and creamy frosting with these Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes. Perfect for summer gatherings or a special treat, these moist cupcakes are sure to impress.
Ingredients
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For the Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup finely diced fresh or canned peaches (drained if canned)
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Garnish:
- Thin peach slices or a drizzle of honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
- Prepare the Cupcake Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar, and honey until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla. Mix in the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour. Gently fold in the diced peaches.
- Bake the Cupcakes: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
- Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add powdered sugar, honey, and vanilla, and beat until fluffy. Pipe or spread onto cooled cupcakes.
- Garnish: Garnish with peach slices or a drizzle of honey if desired.
Notes
- Make sure peaches are finely chopped to prevent sinking during baking.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter.
- These cupcakes are best enjoyed chilled or slightly cooled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
