Description
These Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are a delightful summer treat that combines the sweetness of fresh peaches with the smooth richness of cream cheese frosting. Soft and moist cupcakes are studded with diced peaches and sweetened with honey, then topped with a luscious honey cream cheese frosting and garnished with extra peach slices for a beautiful and delicious finish.
Ingredients
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Cupcake Batter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 cup finely diced fresh peaches, peeled
Frosting
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Extra diced peaches or peach slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs and wet ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then mix in the honey and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix gently to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in peaches: Carefully fold the finely diced peeled peaches into the batter to distribute them evenly without breaking them down.
- Fill cupcake liners and bake: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool cupcakes: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare frosting: Beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, honey, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Frost and garnish: Once cupcakes are completely cooled, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting on top of each cupcake. Garnish with extra diced peaches or peach slices for a fresh, attractive finish.
Notes
- If fresh peaches are unavailable, canned or frozen peaches may be used, but ensure they are well drained to avoid excess moisture in the batter.
- For added texture and flavor, finely chopped toasted pecans can be folded into the batter or sprinkled on top of the frosting.
