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Lavender honey cupcakes with glossy honey glaze dripping down sides, fresh lavender sprigs on top, golden edges

Lavender Honey Cupcakes

Delicate floral cupcakes with a sweet honey glaze, perfect for spring tea parties or bridal showers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 tbsp culinary lavender buds
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in honey and vanilla.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour.
  6. Fold in lavender buds gently with a spatula.
  7. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners (about 2/3 full).
  8. Bake for 16-18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

For stronger lavender flavor, steep buds in warm milk for 10 minutes before using. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.