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Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are a delightful treat combining moist, tender cupcakes filled with a sweet and tangy honey peach filling, topped with a smooth and fluffy cream cheese frosting. This easy-to-follow recipe blends fresh peaches cooked down with honey and lemon, creating a luscious filling that pairs perfectly with the rich cream cheese topping. Perfect for special occasions or an indulgent dessert.

Ingredients

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Cupcakes

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup milk

Honey Peach Filling

  • 2 cups diced fresh peaches
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  • Fresh peach slices and honey for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners to prepare for baking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next; then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream and milk. Start and finish with dry ingredients, mixing until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  6. Fill Cupcake Liners: Spoon the batter into cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are lightly golden.
  8. Cool: Allow cupcakes to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Combine Peaches and Honey: In a medium saucepan, combine diced peaches and honey.
  10. Cook Down the Peaches: Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until peaches soften and release juices, about 5-7 minutes.
  11. Add Lemon Juice: Stir in the lemon juice to brighten the flavor.
  12. Make a Cornstarch Slurry: Whisk cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth.
  13. Thicken the Filling: Pour slurry into peach mixture, stirring constantly until filling thickens within 1-2 minutes.
  14. Cool Completely: Remove the peach filling from heat and allow it to cool fully.
  15. Cream Cheese and Butter: In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  16. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition for a smooth frosting.
  17. Add Vanilla and Milk: Stir in vanilla extract and milk, adding milk one tablespoon at a time until desired frosting consistency is reached.
  18. Whip Until Fluffy: Beat frosting for another 1-2 minutes until light and fluffy.
  19. Core the Cupcakes: Once cooled, carefully remove a small circle from the center of each cupcake using a cupcake corer or small knife.
  20. Fill with Honey Peach Filling: Spoon the cooled honey peach filling into each cupcake cavity generously.
  21. Frost the Cupcakes: Pipe or spread cream cheese frosting over each filled cupcake.
  22. Garnish (Optional): Decorate with fresh peach slices and a drizzle of honey if desired.
  23. Chill (Optional): Refrigerate the frosted cupcakes for at least 30 minutes for best flavor and texture before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh, ripe peaches for the best flavor, or substitute with frozen peaches thawed and drained.
  • Do not overmix cupcake batter to ensure tender, light cupcakes.
  • Adjust milk in frosting to achieve desired spreading or piping consistency.
  • Chilling cupcakes after frosting helps set the filling and frosting for cleaner slices and easier serving.
  • Garnishing with fresh peach slices adds a fresh touch and visual appeal.

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