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Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

If you’re after a cupcake that’s fruity, sweet, and oh-so-creamy, these Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are absolutely irresistible. Soft honey-laced cakes studded with juicy peaches, topped with a silky cream cheese frosting—perfect for summer gatherings or as a special treat.

Ingredients

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  • For the cupcakes:
  • 1¾ cups all‑purpose flour
  • 1½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup honey (raw or unfiltered preferred)
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup peaches, finely diced (fresh or well-drained canned)
  • ½ cup milk
  • For the frosting:
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 Tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 Tbsp peach puree (optional, for extra peach flavor/tint)

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C) and line a 12‑cup muffin tin with liners.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter, Sugar & Honey: Using a hand or stand mixer, beat butter, sugar, and honey until light and fluffy (~3–4 mins).
  4. Add Eggs & Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well between each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Batter: Alternate adding dry mix and milk to batter, starting and ending with dry mix. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in Peaches: Gently fold diced peaches into the batter—don’t overmix.
  7. Fill the Liners & Bake: Scoop batter into liners, filling ⅔ full. Bake for 18–22 mins or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  8. Make the Frosting: Beat cream cheese with butter until smooth. Add honey and vanilla, then gradually sift in powdered sugar. Beat until fluffy. Fold in peach puree if using.
  9. Frost & Garnish: Once cupcakes are cooled, pipe or spread frosting on top. Garnish with peach slices or drizzle of honey.

Notes

Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth batter and frosting. Avoid overmixing to keep cupcakes tender. Drain canned peaches thoroughly to prevent excess moisture. Fresh peaches taste best—canned works in a pinch. Use a piping bag or snipped ziplock for neat frosting.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Cupcakes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: honey peach cupcakes, cream cheese frosting, summer dessert, peach cupcakes

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