Banana Cupcakes with Honey Frosting Recipe

1. Prepare the Banana Cupcakes:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Add the mashed bananas and sour cream (or Greek yogurt) to the wet ingredients, and mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

2. Prepare the Honey Frosting:

In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the honey and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating on low speed until incorporated. Increase the speed to medium and beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
If the frosting is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk or cream to reach the desired consistency. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.

3. Frost the Cupcakes:

Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them using a piping bag or a knife.
For a decorative touch, drizzle a little extra honey on top of the frosting or sprinkle with chopped nuts, banana slices, or a dash of cinnamon.

Banana Walnut Cupcakes: Add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts to the cupcake batter for extra crunch and flavor.
Chocolate Chip Banana Cupcakes: Fold in 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips to the batter for a delightful chocolatey twist.
Spiced Honey Frosting: Add a pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg to the frosting for an extra layer of flavor.
Storage: Store any leftover cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Enjoy your Banana Cupcakes with Honey Frosting as a sweet and satisfying dessert that’s perfect for any occasion!