Peanut Butter Cupcakes

Peanut Butter Cupcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that will satisfy any sweet tooth. These cupcakes are made with a rich and creamy peanut butter batter, topped with a smooth and creamy peanut butter frosting, and finished off with a sprinkle of chopped peanuts.
To make these Peanut Butter Cupcakes, you will need the following ingredients per serving:

For the cupcakes:

- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup milk

For the frosting:

- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1-2 tbsp milk
- Chopped peanuts for garnish
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream together the peanut butter, butter, and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and mix until well combined. Gradually add in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cupcake liner about 2/3 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 frosting, cream together the peanut butter and butter until smooth. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, mixing until well combined. Add in the milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
Once the cupcakes are cooled, pipe or spread the frosting onto each cupcake. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts for garnish.
These Peanut Butter Cupcakes are the perfect combination of sweet and salty, with a rich and creamy peanut butter flavor that is sure to satisfy any craving. They are perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to potlucks, and are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
Type: Dessert, Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Peanut Butter, Flour, Butter