Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes (Print)
Soft cupcakes with juicy peaches, honey sweetness, and creamy frosting. Perfect for any sweet occasion.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cupcake Batter
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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup honey, raw and unfiltered preferred
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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1/2 cup sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup peaches, finely diced, fresh or canned
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1/2 cup milk
→ Cream Cheese Frosting
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup butter, softened
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3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons peach puree, optional
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
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Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium-sized bowl.
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Cream butter, sugar, and honey until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
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Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully combined. Mix in vanilla extract.
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Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
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Gently fold in finely diced peaches.
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Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
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Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Mix in honey and vanilla extract, then gradually add powdered sugar and beat until fluffy.
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For extra flavor, stir in peach puree to the frosting, if desired.
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Frost cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or ziplock bag with the corner cut off. Garnish with peach slices or a drizzle of honey if desired.
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Store cupcakes in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy!
# Additional Notes:
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Use high-quality honey for optimal flavor.
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Fresh peaches provide better texture, but canned peaches can be substituted.
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Room temperature ingredients help create a smoother batter.
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Avoid overmixing to ensure the cupcakes remain light and moist.
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Use a piping bag for professional-looking frosting.