Description
These Rhubarb Honey Cupcakes are a delightful balance of tart rhubarb and sweet honey, topped with a light honey buttercream for a springtime treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chopped rhubarb
- For the frosting: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the butter, honey, and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each, then mix in vanilla.
- Mix in the sour cream until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped rhubarb gently.
- Spoon the batter into cupcake liners about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the frosting, beat the butter and honey until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar.
- Add milk as needed to reach desired consistency and beat until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and serve.
Notes
- Make sure rhubarb is fresh and not woody for best texture.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup for a different flavor profile.
- Cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg