Description
These Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes combine the sweetness of ripe peaches, the tanginess of cream cheese frosting, and a delicate honey glaze, making them the perfect summer treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium fresh peaches, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Honey, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Peel and dice 2 medium peaches (about 1 cup) and set them aside.
- In a large bowl, cream 1/2 cup (115g) of softened butter and 3/4 cup (150g) of sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 2 eggs, one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups (190g) of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with 1/2 cup (120ml) of milk. Fold in the diced peaches gently.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners and bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool completely.
- To make the frosting, beat 8 ounces (225g) of softened cream cheese and 1/4 cup (60g) of softened butter until smooth.
- Add 2 cups (240g) of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- Use a piping bag to swirl the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes.
- Drizzle honey over the frosting and garnish with a peach slice or a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother batter and frosting. If frosting is too soft, chill it for 10-15 minutes before piping. Fresh peaches are best, but canned or frozen (thawed) peaches can be used as substitutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250300
- Sugar: 25
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
Keywords: Honey Peach Cupcakes, Summer Dessert, Cream Cheese Frosting, Peach Recipes