Peanut Butter Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting

Peanut butter was first introduced as a food for the wealthy in the early 1900s, but it gained popularity during World War II when it became a staple in soldiers’ rations.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Peanut Butter Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.75 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 2 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Heavy cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
6. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
9. In a mixing bowl, beat together the peanut butter, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
10. Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them with the peanut butter frosting.
11. Optional: garnish with chopped peanuts or a drizzle of melted chocolate.
12. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 42g15%

Sugars 28g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.