Caramel Peanut Butter Cupcakes

Caramel Peanut Butter Cupcakes - A Delicious Treat for Any Occasion!
Looking for a sweet and indulgent dessert that will satisfy your cravings? Look no further than these delicious Caramel Peanut Butter Cupcakes! Made with a rich and creamy peanut butter batter, these cupcakes are topped with a decadent caramel frosting and finished off with a sprinkle of chopped peanuts.

To make these delicious cupcakes, you will need the following ingredients:

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk

For the caramel frosting, you will need:

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Chopped peanuts, for garnish
To begin, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, until everything is well combined.
Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 of the way full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
To make the caramel frosting, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add in the brown sugar and milk, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
Once the cupcakes have cooled, spread a generous amount of caramel frosting over each one. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts for a delicious finishing touch.
These Caramel Peanut Butter Cupcakes are the perfect dessert for any occasion, from birthdays to potlucks to just a sweet treat after dinner. With their rich and creamy peanut butter flavor and decadent caramel frosting, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
Type: Dessert, Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Peanut Butter, Caramel, Flour