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by sanna last updated January 30, 2019 posted January 30, 2019 Leave a Comment

Peanut Butter Cupcakes

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Moist, soft and just pleasantly sweet, these Peanut Butter Cupcakes are a nice, light treat. They are super delicate bites with the perfect note of indulgence that you need.

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Peanut butter cupcakes frosted with chocolate glaze, resting on a wire rack.

So, you are in the mood for cupcakes today? It usually arrives to me. You know, when you want some treats but not necessarily the ones where you’ll drown in richness. You are looking at the perfect ones.

These are moderately sized, ultra light and just appropriately sweet. I mean, I don’t know about you but lately, cupcakes have gotten that reputation of being all-icing and too sweet for me.

Which is not exactly the case in these peanut butter cupcakes. You definitely can savor the cake part of the cupcakes and the finishing is a no-fail chocolate glaze that is always a winner in desserts.

Top view of peanut butter cupcakes on a wire rack.

These simple goodies are not intimidating on the icing part that you can stuff them in your loved ones’ lunch bag for a light dessert. I don’t think they will complain.

Without the glaze, the cakes are good on their own. They are moist and delicate, and the hint of peanut butter gives them a subtle flavor that is not too rich.

Peanut butter cupcakes without chocolate glaze.

Peanut butter cupcakes ready for glazing and toppings.

But then, If the chocolate glaze seems too plain for you, you can make your own frosting too. Maybe this peanut butter frosting which looks so lip-smackingly good, or this peanut butter glaze. Mmmm.. your call.

But if plain and simple is your game, then be with me. I stand by the fact that the simplicity of these peanut butter cupcakes makes them truly delightful.

Close up of a peanut butter cupcakes that is glazed with chocolate and topped with chopped peanuts.

And let’s not forget the peanuts. The peanuts give them character, the texture that makes these cupcakes so addicting to eat. This part is not to be skipped, guys. It is the perfect topping to these simple treats.

Whip Ā a batch of these when you are craving a light indulgence for your weekdays. Peanut butter, chocolate and peanuts- it is some good flavor combination to be enjoyed!

Peanut butter cupcakes on a wire rack, glazed with chocolate and top with peanuts.

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Peanut butter cupcakes on a wire rack, glazed with chocolate and top with peanuts.
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Peanut Butter Cupcakes

These peanut butter cupcakes are delightfully moist and soft and pleasantly sweet. These are your ultimate chocolate peanut butter treats.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Western
Keyword peanut butter cupcakes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 279 kcal
Author sanna

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup milk

For the Chocolate Glaze

  • 1/3 cup whipping cream
  • 3 oz semi-sweet chocolate chopped
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted peanuts chopped, for toppings

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a muffin pan with paper cups. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy using a mixer (either hand-held or stand mixer).

  2. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Add the peanut butter and beat until incorporated. In another bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add the powder mixture to the mixing bowl and alternately add the milk. Add the powders in three additions and the milk in two additions.

  3. Spoon the batter into 12 paper cups. bake for 2-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted at the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool on a wire rack.

Make the Chocolate Glaze

  1. Combine butter and chopped chocolates in a heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan, heat the cream until it starts to bubble. Turn off heat and pour the hot cream over the chocolate and butter in the bowl. Stir until smooth.

  2. Dip the top of the cupcakes in the chocolate, then sprinkle some chopped peanuts. Let the cupcakes sit for a moment until the chocolate is set.

Recipe Notes

Recipe adapted from Best Cakes and Cupcakes, Canadian Living, Spring/ Sumer 2013

Nutrition Facts
Peanut Butter Cupcakes
Amount Per Serving (1 cupcake)
Calories 279 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Cholesterol 44mg15%
Sodium 75mg3%
Potassium 204mg6%
Carbohydrates 23g8%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 12g13%
Protein 5g10%
Calcium 50mg5%
Vitamin A 325IU7%
Iron 1.3mg7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

These peanut butter cupcakes are light, moist and just pleasantly sweet! Definitely my go- to for a simple but indulgent treat! #peanutbutter #cupcakes #chocolatepeanutbutter | Woman Scribbles

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She loves yoga, pastries, reading books and camping during the summer. She loves cilantro, avocado toast, and a real crispy fried chicken.

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