Description
These Rhubarb Honey Cupcakes are a delightful spring treat featuring tart rhubarb and the natural sweetness of honey in a light, moist cupcake.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup chopped rhubarb
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a small bowl, toss the chopped rhubarb with 1 tbsp of the sugar and set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, remaining sugar, and honey together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour.
- Fold in the rhubarb gently.
- Divide the batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- You can top these cupcakes with honey buttercream for extra flavor.
- Frozen rhubarb can be used—just thaw and drain before using.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg