Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes (Print Version)
Delectable treats combining honey sweetness with juicy peaches and tangy cream cheese in both the cupcake and frosting.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Cupcakes
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ cup honey
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½ cup canned peach puree or fresh peaches blended
→ For the Cream Cheese Frosting
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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2 tablespoons honey
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 tablespoons peach puree (optional, for flavor and color)
→ For Garnish
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Peach slices (fresh or canned)
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A drizzle of honey (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the granulated sugar and continue beating until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, honey, and peach puree until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Gradually add the powdered sugar, ½ cup at a time, beating well after each addition until smooth and fluffy. Stir in the honey and vanilla extract, followed by the peach puree (if using). Continue to beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
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Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, frost them generously with the cream cheese frosting using a spatula or piping bag. Garnish each cupcake with a slice of fresh peach and a drizzle of honey if desired.
# Additional Notes:
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Prep time is approximately 20 minutes, and baking time is around 22 minutes. Ensure peaches are at peak ripeness for best flavor.