Honey Peach Cream Cheese Cupcakes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cupcake Base

01 - 190 grams all-purpose flour
02 - 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 0.25 teaspoon fine salt
04 - 115 grams unsalted butter, softened
05 - 150 grams granulated sugar
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
08 - 120 millilitres whole milk

→ Frosting and Toppings

09 - 225 grams cream cheese, softened
10 - 120 grams powdered sugar
11 - 120 millilitres heavy cream
12 - 2 fresh peaches, thinly sliced
13 - Honey, for drizzling

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 175°C. Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined.
03 - In a separate large bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate vanilla extract.
04 - Alternately add the dry mix and milk into the creamed mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Gently mix after each addition until just combined to avoid overmixing.
05 - Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each approximately two-thirds full. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into a cupcake comes out clean. Transfer to a wire rack and allow to cool completely.
06 - In a clean bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and mix until well blended. Pour in heavy cream and whip until frosting is light and fluffy.
07 - Generously frost cooled cupcakes with cream cheese frosting. Top each cupcake with a thin peach slice and finish with a drizzle of honey.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure cream cheese is fully softened before preparing frosting to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
02 - Avoid overmixing the cupcake batter to maintain a delicate, airy crumb.
03 - Nectarines or plums can be substituted for peaches, and a touch of almond extract may be incorporated into the frosting for a unique flavour profile.
04 - For enhanced depth, grill peach slices briefly before garnishing cupcakes.

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