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Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes Recipe is delightful!

These Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are a sweet celebration of summer flavor! Moist vanilla-honey cupcakes studded with juicy peaches are topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting kissed with honey and a hint of peach. Perfect for parties, brunches, or anytime you want a fruity treat that feels extra special.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the cupcakes:1¾ cups all-purpose flour sifted1½ teaspoons baking powder¼ teaspoon salt½ cup honey (preferably raw and unfiltered)½ cup butter, softened½ cup granulated sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup finely diced peaches (fresh or canned, drained)½ cup milk
  • For the cream cheese frosting:8 oz cream cheese softened¼ cup butter, softened3 cups powdered sugar, sifted2 tablespoons honey1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 tablespoons peach puree (optional, for flavor and color)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter, sugar, and honey until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Alternately add the dry mixture and milk to the wet mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fold in the diced peaches gently.
  7. Spoon batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full.
  8. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cupcakes cool completely.
To make the frosting:
  1. Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add honey and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  3. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
  4. Optional: Add peach puree for enhanced flavor and color.
To assemble:
  1. Pipe or spread the frosting over cooled cupcakes. Garnish with a slice of peach, a drizzle of honey, or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Use fresh peaches for the best flavor, but well-drained canned peaches work too.
Peach puree in the frosting adds a vibrant hue and deeper flavor.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator and enjoy within 3 days.
These cupcakes also freeze well (unfrosted).

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