Description
Delightful Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes, perfect for summer gatherings, with a moist cake and creamy frosting.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour (substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free option)
- 1 tbsp baking powder (ensure it’s fresh for best results)
- 1 tsp salt (use kosher salt for similar effect)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (can be substituted with margarine for a dairy-free option)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (brown sugar can be used for a richer flavor)
- 1/3 cup honey (maple syrup can be a vegan alternative)
- 2 large eggs (for egg-free option, consider using flax eggs)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (using pure vanilla is best)
- 1/2 cup milk (almond or oat milk can substitute for lactose intolerance)
- 1 cup diced peaches (ensure canned peaches are well-drained if used)
- 8 oz softened cream cheese (mascarpone can be an alternative)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (ensure it’s softened for easy mixing)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (adjust the amount to control sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and honey until light and fluffy.
- Introduce the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture, alternating between each.
- Gently fold in the diced peaches into the batter, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add honey and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar until you reach a fluffy consistency.
- Generously frost your cooled cupcakes with the cream cheese frosting.
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Keywords: Honey Peach Cream Cheese, Cupcakes, Summer Dessert