Peanut Butter Cupcakes Recipe

Decadent peanut butter cupcakes that will vanish in a flash! These rich and irresistible cupcakes are a family favorite, perfect for birthdays, bake sales, or any occasion. Easily doubled or made mini-sized for portion control. Get ready for peanut butter perfection!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 205.3 kcal
Protein 8g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Peanut Butter Cupcakes

  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • Cinnamon (not found in recipe)
  • 2 large eggs
  • Shortening (not found in recipe)
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Peanut Butter Cupcakes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in the peanut butter until evenly distributed.
  7. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, frost with your favorite peanut butter frosting (recipe suggestions below).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

10g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peanut Butter Cupcakes?

Peanut Butter Cupcakes takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peanut Butter Cupcakes?

Peanut Butter Cupcakes has approximately 205.3 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peanut Butter Cupcakes?

The key ingredients for Peanut Butter Cupcakes are Brown Sugar, Flour, Peanut Butter, Butter, Cinnamon, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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