CHOCOLATE-PEANUT BRITTLE CUPCAKES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 1h50m
Yield 24 cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the cupcakes: Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F using the convection setting, if available. Line two 12-cup muffin pans with paper liners. Put the butter, cocoa powder and 3/4 cup water in a microwave-safe bowl, cover with plastic wrap and microwave until the butter melts, about 2 minutes. Whisk to combine, then whisk in the brown sugar.
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl. Whisk in the warm cocoa mixture. In another bowl, beat the buttermilk, eggs and vanilla; stir into the batter until just combined but don't overmix.
- Divide the batter among the prepared cups, filling each three-quarters of the way. Bake until the cupcakes are slightly domed and spring back when lightly pressed, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool in the pans 10 minutes, then transfer to racks to cool completely.
- Make the brittle: Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Place the granulated sugar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, bring to a boil and cook, swirling the pan but not stirring, until it turns amber. Remove from the heat; stir in the peanut butter and butterscotch chips until smooth. Immediately pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, smooth into a thin layer with a spatula and let cool. Break the brittle into pieces, place in a resealable plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin.
- Make the frosting: Bring the cream to a simmer in a small saucepan. Remove from the heat, add the peanut butter chips and let stand about 5 minutes. Whisk until smooth. Place the pan over a bowl of ice, stirring occasionally, until the frosting is spreadable, about 10 minutes. Spread on the cupcakes or transfer to a pastry bag with a large round tip and pipe on top; sprinkle with the brittle.
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Dayton Eastridge
[email protected]The peanut brittle topping was a bit too hard for my liking, but the rest of the cupcake was delicious. I might try making it with a softer peanut brittle next time.
Derick Mcnolte
[email protected]These cupcakes were a bit too sweet for me, but they were still enjoyable. I think I would have liked them better with a less sweet frosting.
Zu EX siman
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of peanut butter, but these cupcakes were still really good. The chocolate cake was moist and the frosting was creamy and rich.
John Hilliard
[email protected]These cupcakes were delicious! The chocolate cake was moist and flavorful, and the peanut brittle topping was the perfect touch. I will definitely be making these again.
Dharshikar Dhachu
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow and the cupcakes turned out perfect! They were a big hit with my kids.
Xavier
[email protected]These cupcakes were easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making them again for my next party.
Kayley Queen
[email protected]The peanut brittle topping was a bit too hard for my liking, but the rest of the cupcake was delicious. I might try making it with a softer peanut brittle next time.
Peimila Halder
[email protected]These cupcakes were a bit too sweet for me, but they were still enjoyable. I think I would have liked them better with a less sweet frosting.
Sarmila Nepila
[email protected]I'm not a fan of chocolate and peanut butter together, but these cupcakes were surprisingly good. The flavors melded well together and the cupcakes were really moist.
Nickole Bellotti
[email protected]These cupcakes were delicious! The chocolate cake was moist and flavorful, and the peanut brittle topping was the perfect touch.
Robert Perales
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow and the cupcakes turned out perfect! They were a big hit with my friends and family.
Mano W
[email protected]These cupcakes were easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making them again.
Karungi Yvone
[email protected]The peanut brittle topping was a bit too hard for my liking, but the rest of the cupcake was delicious.
Sourov Ray
[email protected]These cupcakes were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable.
Rony Hassan
[email protected]I love the crunch of the peanut brittle on top of these cupcakes. It adds a nice texture contrast to the soft cake and creamy frosting.
Ronnie Kiyaga
[email protected]These cupcakes are the perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.
joey long
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of peanut brittle, but these cupcakes were still delicious. The chocolate cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was creamy and rich.
Elsabe Engels
[email protected]These cupcakes were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved the chocolate peanut brittle topping.