Description
Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of sweet peaches and creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion. These soft and moist cupcakes encapsulate the essence of summer in every bite, making them an irresistible treat for birthdays, picnics, or just a cozy dessert at home. The honey adds a natural sweetness that complements the fresh fruit beautifully, resulting in a dessert that is as visually stunning as it is delicious.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh peaches (diced)
- For the Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add honey and mix well.
- Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding in diced peaches gently.
- Spoon batter into prepared liners and fill two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before frosting with cream cheese icing made by beating together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (80g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg