Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes are delightfully moist and flavorful cupcakes filled with a luscious honey peach cream cheese filling and topped with a light and airy peach-flavored frosting.

They’re not overly sweet, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. If you’re looking for a light & fruity dessert that’s not too heavy, you’ve come to the right place. When you make a soft and tender cupcake and pair it with a creamy, tangy filling and a fluffy peach frosting, you get the perfect cupcake. The addition of honey and fresh peaches just sends it over the top. I’ve really been in the mood for a summery treat, and these dreamy cupcakes remind me of warm, sunny days. Not a fan of peaches? Don’t worry, they’re still delicious with other fruits.

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

• Muffin tin
• Paper cupcake liners
• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer
• Whisk
• Saucepan
• Piping bag or ziplock bag
• Cooling rack

Ingredients:

For the Cupcakes:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk

For the Honey Peach Cream Cheese Filling:

• 1 cup diced fresh peaches (or canned peaches, drained)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

For the Peach Frosting:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup peach puree (blend fresh or canned peaches)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1-2 tablespoons whole milk (as needed)

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper cupcake liners.
2. Prepare the Cupcakes:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
   • Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
   • Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
   • Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a cooling rack.
3. Make the Honey Peach Cream Cheese Filling:
   • In a small saucepan, combine the diced peaches and honey. Cook over medium heat until the peaches are soft and the mixture is slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Allow to cool.
   • In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Fold in the cooled peach mixture.
4. Prepare the Peach Frosting:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
   • Add the peach puree and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth. Add milk as needed to reach the desired consistency.
5. Assemble the Cupcakes:
   • Once the cupcakes are completely cool, use a small knife or a cupcake corer to remove the center of each cupcake, making a small well for the filling.
   • Fill a piping bag or ziplock bag with the honey peach cream cheese filling and pipe it into the center of each cupcake.
   • Frost the cupcakes with the peach frosting using a piping bag or a spatula.
6. Serve: Enjoy these delightful Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes as a perfect treat for any occasion!