Description
Honey Lavender Cupcakes are a delightful combination of sweet honey and aromatic lavender, creating a whimsical dessert that transports you to a sun-kissed meadow. Each fluffy cupcake is topped with creamy lavender-infused frosting, making them perfect for any special occasion or a simple afternoon treat. These easy-to-make cupcakes will impress friends and family with their unique flavor and stunning appearance.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp culinary-grade lavender buds
- For the Frosting: ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add honey and mix until combined.
- Beat in eggs one at a time; gradually add milk while mixing until smooth.
- Gently fold in lavender buds and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Fill liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting with the lavender-infused frosting made by creaming butter, powdered sugar, honey, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg