Description
Indulge in these delightful Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes that marry the sweetness of peaches with the richness of cream cheese frosting, all infused with a touch of honey. Perfect for a summer treat or any special occasion.
Ingredients
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Cupcake:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup diced fresh or canned peaches (drained if canned)
Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For garnish:
- peach slices and a drizzle of honey (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the batter: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Mix dry ingredients, then cream butter and sugar. Add eggs and flavorings, alternating with dry ingredients and milk. Fold in peaches.
- Bake: Divide batter into liners and bake for 18-20 minutes until done. Cool on a wire rack.
- Make the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add honey, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, beat until fluffy.
- Frost and garnish: Frost cooled cupcakes and top with peach slices and a drizzle of honey.
Notes
- You can use frozen peaches—just thaw and drain well.
- For added texture, mix in chopped pecans or almonds.
- Store cupcakes in the fridge but bring to room temp before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
