Description
Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are moist, fruity, and irresistibly creamy treats made with a soft honey-infused cupcake base, a swirl of sweet peach filling, and a luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for summer parties or when you’re craving something light yet indulgent.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup fresh peaches, finely diced (or canned, drained)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp honey (for filling swirl)
For the Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tbsp heavy cream (as needed for consistency)
- Extra diced peaches or peach slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar, and honey together until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Mix in sour cream and milk until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just incorporated.
- Fold in diced peaches gently.
- Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full. Drop a small spoonful of the cream cheese-honey mixture (cream cheese + 2 tbsp honey) into the center of each and swirl lightly with a toothpick.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar gradually, then honey, vanilla, and enough cream for desired consistency.
- Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes and top with fresh peach slices or diced peaches.
Notes
- Use ripe, juicy peaches for the best flavor, or substitute with canned peaches if out of season.
- Store cupcakes in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving.
- Add a drizzle of extra honey over the frosting for a beautiful finish.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American