Ingredients

• For the cupcakes:
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon red and 1 teaspoon blue food coloring*
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/2 tablespoons dried lavender buds
• 2/3 cup cold milk
• For the frosting:
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons honey, plus a little extra for drizzle