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Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Delicious Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes for Summer Bliss

These Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes burst with flavor and are perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder ensure it's fresh for optimal fluffiness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda balances acidity in the batter
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter use plant-based butter for a dairy-free option
  • 1/2 cup Honey maple syrup can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs aquafaba works as a vegan substitute
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk swap with dairy-free milk mixed with lemon juice if needed
  • 1 cup Peaches (fresh or canned) canned peaches should be well-drained
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese opt for vegan cream cheese if going dairy-free
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Fresh Peach Slices for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Honey for drizzling

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cupcake tin
  • whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter, sugar, and honey until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time and mix well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk until just combined.
  6. Gently fold peaches into the batter with a spatula.
  7. Spoon batter into cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, adding powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
  11. Frost each cupcake and garnish with fresh peach slices and a drizzle of honey.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Store cupcakes in an airtight container for freshness.

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