CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CUPCAKES

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I have seen this recipe on several different blogs on the internet. Who can resist the combination of chocolate and peanut butter, in cupcake form, topped with a cream cheese peanut butter mousse-like frosting? Certainly not me! I hope you enjoy these as much as I do.

Provided by Roxanne J.R.

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 24 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
3 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F Line two cupcake pans with paper liners.
  • To make the FILLING
  • Combine the confectioners' sugar, peanut butter, butter and vanilla extract in a bowl.
  • Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined.
  • Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls (at least 24) and set aside on a baking sheet.
  • To make the CAKE BATTER.
  • Combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl; whisk together and set aside.
  • In a liquid measuring cup, stir together the sour cream, milk and vanilla extract.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the butter and sugar, and beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  • With the mixer on low speed, alternately add the dry ingredients and the sour cream mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  • Mix just until incorporated.
  • Spoon a tablespoon or two of batter into the bottom of each cupcake liner. Place a ball of the peanut butter filling in each cupcake well and top with the remaining batter so that all the cups are filled.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • To make the FROSTING.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the cream cheese, butter and peanut butter until smooth.
  • Slowly mix in the confectioners' sugar, beating until smooth and well blended.
  • Mix in the whipped topping until smooth and fluffy.
  • Frost cooled cupcakes as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.8, Fat 21.5, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 52.8, Sodium 204.9, Carbohydrate 45.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 35.4, Protein 6.5

Ernesto Trinidad
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!


Mahedhi Hasan
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I can find at any grocery store.


adnansunny adnan
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These cupcakes are so easy to make, even a beginner baker can make them. And they're so delicious, you'll feel like a pro.


tasty hello
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I made these cupcakes for my daughter's birthday party and they were a huge success. All the kids loved them.


Zidi Rajpoot
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These cupcakes are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're sure to please everyone.


James Sirpali
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate and peanut butter, but these cupcakes changed my mind. They're so delicious!


Favour Igwemadu
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These cupcakes are so good, I could eat them every day.


Meekal moha
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I love the way the peanut butter frosting complements the chocolate cupcakes. It's a classic flavor combination that never gets old.


Daniel Reeves
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These cupcakes are the perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter. They're rich and decadent, but not too sweet.


Chantelle Ring
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The cupcakes were easy to make and they turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making them again.


Karina Smith
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I made these cupcakes for a party and they were gone in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Oliver Vujinov
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These cupcakes were a hit with my family! They're so moist and fluffy, and the chocolate and peanut butter flavors are perfectly balanced.