Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour for the cupcake base
– 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder helps the cupcakes rise
– ¼ teaspoon salt balances the flavors
– ½ cup unsalted butter (softened) adds richness to the batter
– 8 oz cream cheese (softened) creates the creamy texture in both cupcakes and frosting
– ¾ cup granulated sugar provides sweetness
– 2 large eggs binds the ingredients together
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor
– ½ cup honey offers natural sweetness and a honey-peach pairing
– ½ cup canned peach puree or fresh peaches blended infuses fruity notes
– 8 oz cream cheese (softened) for the frosting
– ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened) makes the frosting smooth
– 2 cups powdered sugar sweetens the frosting perfectly
– 2 tablespoons honey adds a touch of natural flavor to the frosting
– ½ teaspoon vanilla extract boosts the frosting’s taste
– 2 tablespoons peach puree (optional, for flavor and color) enhances the frosting with peach essence
– Peach slices (fresh or canned) for garnish
– Drizzle of honey (optional) for a final touch of sweetness
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a 12-cup muffin tin with liners, just like in the summary provided. This step ensures your cupcakes bake evenly and come out perfectly.
2-Whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a bowl to prepare the dry mix. Then, beat ½ cup softened unsalted butter and 8 oz softened cream cheese until smooth, and add ¾ cup granulated sugar, beating until fluffy for a light batter. Mix in 2 large eggs one at a time, followed by 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ cup honey, and ½ cup peach puree to incorporate the flavors.
3-Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until combined, then fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean, and cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. For the frosting, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese and ¼ cup softened unsalted butter until creamy, then add 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons honey, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and optional 2 tablespoons peach puree until smooth. Finally, frost the cooled cupcakes and garnish with peach slices and a honey drizzle if desired.
Last Step:
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🍑 Use fresh or canned peaches to make the puree for best flavor.
🍯 Adding peach puree to the frosting not only enhances flavor but also adds a beautiful color.
🧈 Make sure butter and cream cheese are softened to ensure smooth mixing and creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
