Description
These Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are the perfect balance of sweet, fruity, and creamy. Soft, moist cupcakes infused with peach preserves and topped with a luscious honey-kissed cream cheese frosting make for an irresistible treat. Whether you’re baking for a summer gathering or just want a delicious homemade dessert, these cupcakes are sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 cup peach preserves
For the Frosting:
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 2 tablespoons honey
For Garnish:
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- ½ cup fresh peaches, diced
- Sugar crystals (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: Beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually mix the dry ingredients and buttermilk into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Spoon the batter into cupcake liners, filling halfway. Add a teaspoon of peach preserves in the center and top with more batter.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Make Frosting: Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and honey until smooth.
- Frost & Garnish: Once cupcakes are cool, frost them and top with diced peaches and sugar crystals if desired.
Notes
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- Peach preserves can be swapped with fresh peach puree for a more intense fruit flavor.
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure a smooth batter and even baking.
- For a stronger honey flavor, drizzle extra honey over the frosting before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American