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HONEY PEACH CREAM CHEESE CUPCAKES Recipe

HONEY PEACH CREAM CHEESE CUPCAKES Recipe
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Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are soft, moist treats bursting with fruity peach flavor, sweet honey, and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients

Cupcake Batter:

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup honey (raw, unfiltered preferred)
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup peaches, finely diced (fresh or canned)
  • 1/2 cup milk

Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons peach puree (optional)

Instructions

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

    2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.

  2. Cream butter, sugar, and honey until light and fluffy (3-4 mins).

    3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.

  3. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture.

    4. Gently fold in diced peaches.

  4. Divide batter among cupcake liners, filling 2/3 full.
  5. Bake 18-22 mins until toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  6. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.

    7. Mix in honey and vanilla. Gradually add powdered sugar; beat until fluffy.

  7. (Optional) Add peach puree for extra flavor.
  8. Frost cooled cupcakes. Garnish with peach slices or honey drizzle.
  9. Store in fridge up to 3 days. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use high-quality honey for best flavor.
  • Fresh peaches give superior texture; canned works in a pinch.
  • Room temperature ingredients ensure a smooth batter.
  • Avoid overmixing to keep cupcakes light.
  • Use a piping bag or ziplock with corner cut for easy frosting.

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