Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes Recipe

Indulge in decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes! These moist and rich cupcakes, inspired by Reese's, are a chocolate lover's dream. Frosted with our signature frosting (recipe #235856), they're the perfect treat for any occasion. Get the recipe now!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 242.9 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes

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How to Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and ¾ cup packed brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 cup creamy peanut butter until smooth.
  5. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients and 1 cup milk alternately to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  7. Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips.
  8. Fill prepared muffin cups about ¾ full.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cooled, frost with frosting (recipe #235856).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

90g

Fat

24g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes?

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes?

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes has approximately 242.9 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes are Flour, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Baking Powder, Salt, Granulated Sugar, Light Brown Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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