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Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes Recipe

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and decadent combination of chocolate and peanut butter with these irresistible Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes. A moist chocolate cupcake topped with creamy peanut butter frosting is a match made in dessert heaven!

Ingredients

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For the cupcakes:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup hot water

For the peanut butter frosting:

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (more as needed)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Prepare the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until combined. Slowly mix in the hot water until smooth.
  5. Bake the cupcakes: Fill cupcake liners and bake for 18–20 minutes. Cool before frosting.
  6. Make the frosting: Beat peanut butter and butter until creamy. Mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream until fluffy.
  7. Frost the cupcakes: Pipe or spread the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes. Top with mini peanut butter cups or chocolate drizzle if desired.

Notes

  • For richer flavor, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder.
  • Cupcakes can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.

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