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Lavender Honey Cupcakes

Lavender Honey Cupcakes: A Sweet Floral Escape at Home

Lavender Honey Cupcakes are a delightful dessert combining floral notes and natural sweetness for a unique 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: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 0.5 cup Honey or agave syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Lavender use lavender extract cautiously
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter or coconut oil
  • 2 units Eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 0.5 cup Milk or non-dairy milk
For the Frosting
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter or vegan butter
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar sifted
  • 0.25 cup Honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • 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 liners.
  2. Cream softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, followed by honey and vanilla, mixing well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, lavender, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
  6. Spoon the batter into cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  7. Cool the cupcakes for 5 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Prepare the frosting by beating butter until creamy, then adding powdered sugar, honey, and vanilla.
  9. Frost the cooled cupcakes and garnish with dried lavender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use culinary-grade lavender for the best flavor. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.

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