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Lavender Honey Cupcakes Recipe Delight

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Delightful cupcakes infused with floral notes of lavender and the sweetness of honey, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon culinary lavender
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons honey (for frosting)
  • 1 tablespoon milk (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Additional lavender for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  4. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy in a large mixing bowl.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add honey and vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
  7. Fold in culinary lavender.
  8. Spoon the batter into cupcake liners, filling each two-thirds full.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  11. For frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, honey, milk, and vanilla extract.
  12. Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with dried lavender if desired.

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Notes

Use culinary-grade lavender for safe consumption and consider steeping lavender in the milk for the frosting to enhance the flavor.

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