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Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes Recipe

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Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are a delightful mix of fruity sweetness and creamy indulgence. These moist honey-infused cupcakes, loaded with fresh peaches and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, are perfect for any occasion. With simple ingredients and easy steps, they’re a must-try dessert

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh peaches (or canned, drained and chopped)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Fresh peach slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Prepare the Cupcake Batter:

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, beat butter, honey, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients, alternating with sour cream, until combined.
  5. Gently fold in chopped peaches.

Bake the Cupcakes:

  1. Spoon batter evenly into cupcake liners, filling about 2/3 full.
  2. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.

Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  1. Beat softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, honey, and salt, mixing until light and fluffy.

Frost and Serve:

  1. Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes. Garnish with fresh peach slices, if desired.

Notes

  • Nutty Addition: Add chopped pecans or almonds for extra crunch.
  • Cinnamon Spice: Add 1/2 tsp cinnamon for a warm, spiced flavor.
  • Gluten-Free Option: Substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.

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