Description
Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes: Moist base, tangy peach filling, and creamy frosting. Perfect for celebrations or sweet indulgence!
Ingredients
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For the Cupcakes:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk (or regular milk with ½ teaspoon vinegar or lemon juice)
- ½ cup diced peaches (fresh, frozen, or canned; drained well)
For the Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ cup finely chopped peaches
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons honey, to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Thin peach slices
- Honey drizzle
Instructions
Prepare the Cupcakes:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in diced peaches.
- Divide batter evenly among liners, filling each two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- Mix softened cream cheese, honey, and finely chopped peaches until smooth.
3. Fill the Cupcakes:
- Once cupcakes are cool, create a small hole in the center of each using a knife or cupcake corer.
- Fill each hole with the honey-peach cream cheese mixture.
4. Prepare the Frosting:
- Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well. Mix in vanilla and honey to taste.
5. Frost the Cupcakes:
- Frost each cupcake using a piping bag or spatula.
6. Garnish (Optional):
- Top with peach slices and a drizzle of honey for extra elegance.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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