Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Peanut Butter Chocolate Cupcakes. Each bite combines rich chocolate cake with creamy peanut butter frosting, creating a delightful harmony that is irresistible for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until blended. Pour into dry ingredients.
- Stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth; add vanilla and milk as needed for consistency.
- Once cooled, frost each cupcake and add optional toppings like crushed peanuts or chocolate shavings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (90g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg