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Lavender Honey Cupcakes

Lavender Honey Cupcakes: A Sweet Escape in Every Bite

Experience the delightful Lavender Honey Cupcakes, a perfect blend of floral sweetness and airy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour or cake flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Honey or agave syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Lavender use culinary lavender
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Milk or almond milk for dairy-free
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened, or vegan butter
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 3 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Milk dairy or plant-based

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Cupcake Pan
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Cream softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then incorporate honey and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk all-purpose flour, baking powder, dried lavender, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
  6. Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes and check doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Cool cupcakes in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare frosting by beating softened butter and gradually adding powdered sugar.
  10. Add honey, vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and adjust consistency with milk.
  11. Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with dried lavender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for better texture. Avoid overmixing to prevent dense cupcakes.

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