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Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Delightful and fluffy cupcakes infused with the sweetness of ripe peaches, topped with a creamy honey glaze, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients
  • 1 cup flour self-raising preferred
  • 1/2 cup sugar can swap for brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder just a pinch is fine
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt sea salt enhances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened essential for fluffiness
  • 1 large egg for protein boost
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, at room temperature for fluffy frosting
  • 1/2 cup honey adds sweetness and richness
  • 1 cup chopped peaches use ripe peaches for best flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for aromatics
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened essential for a creamy texture
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened keep it soft for easy mixing
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sifted for smoothness
  • 2 tablespoons honey for drizzling on top

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with liners.
Mixing the Batter
  1. In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until it’s light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  3. Gradually add your flour mixture and cream cheese, alternating between the two.
  4. Gently fold in the chopped peaches.
Baking
  1. Use an ice cream scoop to fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full.
  2. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
  3. Let cupcakes cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix until creamy.
  3. Add honey and combine until well mixed.
  4. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with the cream cheese frosting.
  5. Drizzle additional honey on top as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22g

Notes

Cupcakes taste better the next day as flavors meld; serve with whipped cream and fresh berries for an inspired touch.
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