Brownie Cupcakes With Peanut Butter Frosting Recipe

Indulge in these fudgy, intensely chocolatey brownie cupcakes, topped with a luscious peanut butter frosting and a sprinkle of magic! Perfect for kids and adults alike, this recipe is easy to follow and uses mini muffin tins for perfectly portioned treats. Get ready for a chocolatey explosion in every bite!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 435.8 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.7 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Brownie Cupcakes With Peanut Butter Frosting

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How to Make Brownie Cupcakes With Peanut Butter Frosting

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a double boiler (or heat-safe bowl set over a pot of simmering water), melt 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 1 ounce (28g) unsweetened chocolate. Stir until smooth and melted.
  3. Remove from heat. Whisk in 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar and 1/2 cup (100g) packed brown sugar until combined.
  4. Whisk in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 3/4 cup (105g) semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Divide batter evenly among the mini muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  9. Let cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. **Peanut Butter Frosting:** In a medium bowl, beat together 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, 1 cup (200g) creamy peanut butter, 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar, and 1/4 cup (60ml) milk until smooth and creamy. Add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
  11. Once cupcakes are completely cool, frost generously with peanut butter frosting. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings or sprinkles as desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

129g

Fat

68g

Carbs

14g