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Lavender Honey Cupcakes

Lavender Honey Cupcakes: A Whimsical Floral Delight to Bake

Lavender Honey Cupcakes are fluffy delights infused with honey and floral notes, perfect for gatherings or a delightful afternoon treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider using coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Honey Substitute with agave syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tbsp Dried Culinary Lavender Use lavender extract if unavailable
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil or vegan butter
  • 2 large Eggs Use flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Milk Can replace with non-dairy milk
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sift for smoother texture
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 2 tbsp Milk Adjust for frosting consistency

Equipment

  • oven
  • Cupcake Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • whisk
  • piping bag

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Cream softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in honey and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, dried lavender, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined.
  6. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes until lightly golden.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
  1. Beat softened butter until creamy, then gradually add sifted powdered sugar until combined.
  2. Mix in honey, vanilla extract, and salt, adjusting consistency with milk as needed.
  3. Frost each cooled cupcake with the prepared mixture and garnish with dried lavender if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for better rise and texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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