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Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Sweet and Creamy Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Delicious Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes that are perfect for summer gatherings and customizable for various dietary needs.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour for gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Ensure it's softened.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Best at room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup whole milk Substitute with any dairy-free milk for dairy-free option.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 medium fresh peaches Ripe and diced.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese Ensure it's softened.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar For filling.
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For filling.
For Decoration
  • 2 slices peach slices Optional for garnish.
  • to taste honey drizzle
  • 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers Optional for topping.

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs, honey, and vanilla.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, and fold in the diced peaches.
  5. Spoon the batter into lined muffin cups halfway, add a teaspoon of cream cheese filling, then top with more batter until two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Top with peach slices, drizzle honey, and sprinkle with crushed graham crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for smooth filling and avoid overmixing the batter with peaches to keep cupcakes light.

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