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Lavender Honey Cupcakes

Lavender Honey Cupcakes That Will Sweeten Your Day

Delight in these Lavender Honey Cupcakes, a refreshing treat perfect for any gathering with vegan and gluten-free options.
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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 Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar or coconut sugar
  • 0.5 cup Honey or agave syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tbsp Dried Culinary Lavender or lavender extract
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 0.5 cup Milk or almond milk for non-dairy
  • 1.5 tsp Baking Powder
For the Frosting
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar adjust to taste
  • 0.25 cup Honey or agave for vegan
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract pure vanilla preferred
  • 1 pinch Salt to balance sweetness
  • 1 tbsp Milk for consistency if needed

Equipment

  • Cupcake pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time, then mix in honey and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, lavender, and salt.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Beat together softened butter and powdered sugar, then add honey, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  10. Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with dried lavender petals if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Substitutions can still yield delicious results for different dietary needs.

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