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Lavender Honey Cupcakes

Delightful Lavender Honey Cupcakes for Every Sweet Occasion

Lavender Honey Cupcakes are a delightful treat combining floral lavender and sweet honey, perfect for any occasion.
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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: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Replace with cake flour for lighter texture.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Honey Use agave syrup for a vegan version.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Culinary Lavender Use sparingly.
  • 1/2 cup Butter (Unsalted) Substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sift before use.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Butter (Unsalted) Softened.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sifted.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Cupcake pans
  • sifter
  • piping bag
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake pans with paper liners.
  2. Cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mix well after each addition, then stir in honey and vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, dried culinary lavender, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture alternating with your choice of milk.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  7. Perform a toothpick test after 18 minutes to check for doneness.
  8. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. To make the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy, then gradually add sifted powdered sugar, blend in honey and vanilla.
  10. Frost each cupcake using a piping bag and garnish with a sprinkle of dried lavender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 3IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Using room-temperature ingredients helps create a fluffier batter. Always perform a toothpick test to check for doneness.

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