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Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes to Brighten Your Summer

These Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are a sweet summer treat, featuring fresh peaches and creamy frosting.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • ½ cup butter softened; substitute with dairy-free butter for a vegan option
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can be adjusted with low-calorie sweeteners
  • 3 large eggs can substitute with 1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water for eggless option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • cups all-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be used as a replacement
  • teaspoons baking powder ensure it's fresh for optimal results
  • ½ teaspoon salt no substitutes needed
  • 1 cup fresh peaches diced; frozen peaches can be used if thawed
  • ¼ cup honey maple syrup can be used for a vegan variant
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese substitute with plant-based alternative for vegan option
  • 2 cups powdered sugar adjust quantity for desired sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons milk almond or oat milk are great dairy-free options

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Spoon or Ice cream scoop
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together ½ cup of softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar for about 3 minutes.
  3. Add 8 oz of softened cream cheese to the butter and sugar mixture and mix on low speed until smooth.
  4. Incorporate 3 large eggs one at a time and add in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt, then gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet batter.
  6. Gently fold 1 cup of diced fresh peaches and ¼ cup of honey into the batter.
  7. Fill each muffin liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. In a mixing bowl, combine 8 oz of cream cheese, 2 cups of powdered sugar, and 2 tablespoons of milk and beat until smooth.
  10. Once cooled, frost the cupcakes using a piping bag or spatula.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Be sure to have all ingredients at room temperature for better mixing. Avoid over-mixing to keep the cupcakes light and tender.

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