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Rhubarb Honey Cupcakes

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  • Author: recipes guru cooking
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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
  • 12 tablespoons milk (as needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, beat the butter, honey, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each, then mix in vanilla.
  5. Mix in the sour cream until combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chopped rhubarb gently.
  8. Spoon the batter into cupcake liners about 3/4 full.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
  11. For the frosting, beat the butter and honey until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar.
  12. Add milk as needed to reach desired consistency and beat until fluffy.
  13. 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