Peach Cobbler Cupcake Delight Recipe
These Peach Cobbler Cupcake Delights combine the classic flavors of a southern peach cobbler into a moist, fluffy cupcake topped with a luscious peach filling and buttery streusel crumb topping. Perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a sweet, comforting treat, these cupcakes deliver a delightful mix of juicy peaches, soft cake, and a crunchy topping in every bite.
- Author: Ella
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Cupcake Batter
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 cup diced fresh peaches (or canned, drained)
Peach Filling
- 2 cups diced peaches
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
Streusel Topping
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- Prepare the Peach Filling: In a saucepan, combine the 2 cups of diced peaches, ¼ cup sugar, 1 tsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and ¼ tsp cinnamon. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and bubbles. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely before using in the cupcakes.
- Make the Cupcake Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp baking soda, and ½ tsp salt. In a separate large bowl, cream together ½ cup softened unsalted butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract. Alternately add the dry ingredients and ½ cup buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Gently fold in 1 cup diced peaches.
- Fill the Cupcake Liners: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. Fill each liner halfway with the cupcake batter, then add a spoonful of the cooled peach filling, and cover with more batter until the liners are about ¾ full.
- Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, combine ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup melted unsalted butter, and ¼ tsp cinnamon. Mix until the topping becomes crumbly. Sprinkle this streusel mixture evenly over the filled cupcake liners.
- Bake and Cool: Bake the cupcakes for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Fresh peaches are preferred for the best flavor, but canned peaches can be used if fresh are not available—just make sure to drain them well.
- Allow the peach filling to cool completely before spooning it into the cupcake batter to prevent soggy cupcakes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute buttermilk with a mixture of almond milk and lemon juice, and use dairy-free butter alternatives.
- These cupcakes can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator for convenience; bring to room temperature before serving.
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