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Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes Recipe

Delicious Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes Recipe You’ll Love

Enjoy these Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes, a delightful summer treat combining honey and peaches for a crowd-pleasing dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Base
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can replace with gluten-free blend.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Use fresh for best results.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt No direct substitutions needed.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Opt for unsalted for better control.
  • 1 cup sugar Can substitute with honey blend but reduce liquid.
  • 1/2 cup honey Maple syrup can be a substitute.
  • 2 large eggs Bring to room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Never omit in substitutions.
  • 1/2 cup milk Almond milk can be a substitute.
  • 1 cup peaches Canned can be used if fresh isn't available.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Ensure softened for proper mixing.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Sift before measuring to avoid lumps.
  • 1/4 cup peach puree Optional for extra peach flavor.

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Stand Mixer
  • spoons
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a stand mixer, cream the softened unsalted butter, sugar, and honey for 3-4 minutes until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  5. Alternate adding flour mixture and milk to the batter, starting and ending with flour.
  6. Gently fold in diced peaches.
  7. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full and bake for 18-22 minutes.
  8. Cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. For frosting, beat together cream cheese and butter, then add honey, vanilla, and powdered sugar until desired consistency.
  10. Frost cooled cupcakes and decorate with peach slices or honey if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Cool cupcakes completely before frosting for best results. Use room temperature ingredients for better incorporation.

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