Honey Peach Cream Cupcakes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
02 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1/2 cup honey (raw, unfiltered preferred)
05 - 1/2 cup butter, softened
06 - 1/2 cup sugar
07 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - 1 cup peaches, finely diced (fresh or canned)
10 - 1/2 cup milk

→ Cream Cheese Frosting

11 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
12 - 1/4 cup butter, softened
13 - 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
14 - 2 tablespoons honey
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - 2 tablespoons peach puree (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
02 - Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
03 - Cream butter, sugar, and honey until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
04 - Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
05 - Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture.
06 - Gently fold in diced peaches.
07 - Divide batter among cupcake liners, filling them 2/3 full.
08 - Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
09 - Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
10 - Mix in honey and vanilla. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until fluffy.
11 - Add peach puree for extra flavor (optional).
12 - Frost cooled cupcakes. Garnish with peach slices or a drizzle of honey.
13 - Store cupcakes in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, bring eggs and butter to room temperature before using.
02 - Use fresh or high-quality canned peaches for the best flavor.