Description
Indulge in the enchanting flavors of Lavender Honey Cupcakes, where the sweetness of honey meets the delicate perfume of lavender. These airy cupcakes, topped with creamy lavender-infused frosting, are perfect for tea parties or a delightful afternoon treat. Their unique flavor profile will transport you to a sunny garden filled with joy.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup honey (preferably lavender honey)
- 2 tbsp dried culinary-grade lavender flowers
- For Frosting: 1 cup powdered sugar
- For Frosting: 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar and mix until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in honey.
- Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the batter, mixing gently until just combined.
- Fold in dried lavender flowers carefully to keep air pockets intact.
- Divide batter among cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with whipped cream mixed with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg