Description
Lavender Honey Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of floral notes and sweet honey, perfect for any gathering or a cozy afternoon treat. These moist and aromatic cupcakes feature hints of lavender, making them a captivating dessert that will impress your guests. Topped with a light honey glaze, they’re not only delicious but also visually stunning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp dried culinary-grade lavender buds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
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.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add milk and honey until smooth; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in dried lavender buds.
- Divide batter into lined cupcake cups and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with whipped cream or drizzling additional honey on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg