Chamomile Cupcakes
If you’re in search of a delightful dessert that adds a touch of tranquility to your day, these Chamomile Cupcakes are the perfect choice! With a fluffy, moist base infused with the calming essence of chamomile, topped with a creamy honey frosting, they are a joy to create and share. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, enjoying an afternoon treat, or simply indulging in a sweet moment for yourself, these cupcakes promise to warm your heart and uplift your spirits.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup hot water
- 2 chamomile tea bags
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- For Honey Frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, ¼ cup honey, 3 ½ cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons heavy cream, cold
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Steep chamomile tea bags in hot water for about 10 minutes.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and steeped tea to butter mixture until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 12-16 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting with honey frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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