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Chocolate Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting


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  • Author: olivia RECIPES
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Delicious chocolate cupcakes topped with creamy peanut butter frosting.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together oil, eggs, and vanilla.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then mix in buttermilk.
  5. Pour batter into cupcake liners and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Let cool completely before frosting.
  7. For the frosting, beat peanut butter and powdered sugar, adding milk until fluffy.
  8. Frost cooled cupcakes and enjoy!

Notes

  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • For a richer flavor, let the cupcakes sit overnight before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg