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Peanut Butter Cupcakes Recipe

These peanut butter cupcakes are a dream come true for peanut butter lovers! With a soft, moist peanut butter cake base and a rich, creamy peanut butter frosting, these cupcakes deliver the ultimate peanut butter flavor in every bite. Whether for a special occasion or just a treat to satisfy your peanut butter craving, these cupcakes are sure to please.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • Whisk
  • Cupcake liners
  • Muffin tin
  • Cooling rack
  • Piping bag or spatula for frosting

Ingredients

  • Cupcakes:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • Peanut Butter Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup whole milk or as needed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: Chopped peanuts for garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare the Cupcakes:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the sugar and continue beating until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  • Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  • Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Prepare the Peanut Butter Frosting:
  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and peanut butter together until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add the milk, vanilla extract, and salt, and beat until the frosting is smooth and fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, add more milk a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the peanut butter frosting using a piping bag or a spatula.
  • Optional: Garnish with chopped peanuts for an extra crunch.