Description
Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are soft, fruity, and irresistibly creamy, filled with juicy peaches and a rich cream cheese center. These easy peach cupcakes are perfect for summer parties, brunches, or afternoon treats. The honey adds a floral sweetness, while the cream cheese swirl creates a luscious contrast. Beautiful, bakery-style cupcakes made from scratch—no frosting required!
Ingredients
- For the cupcake batter:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup ripe peaches, peeled and finely chopped
- For the cream cheese filling:
- 6 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional toppings:
- Extra chopped peaches
- Honey drizzle
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in honey, then beat in eggs one at a time. Add vanilla and sour cream, mixing until smooth.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Fold in the chopped peaches.
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In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
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Fill each cupcake liner 2/3 full with batter. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of cream cheese filling into the center of each and gently press down.
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Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted off-center comes out clean.
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Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Optionally, top with a drizzle of honey or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use canned or frozen peaches if fresh aren’t available—just drain or dry well.
- Peeling peaches is optional but gives a smoother texture.
- Mini cupcakes bake in about 10–12 minutes.
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm twist, or use nectarines/plums instead of peaches.
- These also pair beautifully with a whipped cream cheese frosting for a dressed-up look.
