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Peanut Butter Cup Cupcakes

Decadent Peanut Butter Cup Cupcakes That Wow Every Bite

Indulge in these Peanut Butter Cup Cupcakes, a moist chocolate delight filled with peanut butter ganache and topped with creamy frosting.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can swap for gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Dutch Process Cocoa Powder Unsweetened cocoa is a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure fresh for rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential leavening agent
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Coconut oil can be a dairy-free alternative
  • 1 cup Granulated White Sugar Brown sugar adds caramel flavor
  • 1 large Egg Use flaxseed meal as substitute if desired
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Yogurt is an acceptable substitute
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Any non-dairy milk can work
For the Ganache
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Chips Chocolate chips can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Full-fat coconut milk is a dairy-free option
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Vegan cream cheese is a dairy-free alternative
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar No good substitute here
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Regular peanut butter yields the best texture

Equipment

  • Cupcake Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Peanut Butter Cup Cupcakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with 12 liners.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, Dutch process cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated white sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in the eggs and vanilla extract until the batter is pale and smooth.
  5. Add the sour cream and whole milk until fully incorporated.
  6. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
  7. Scoop the batter into the liners, filling them about two-thirds full and bake for 17-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let them cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it begins to steam, then pour over the peanut butter chips and stir until smooth.
  10. Allow the ganache to cool at room temperature until it thickens enough to pipe.
  11. Whip the unsalted butter until fluffy, then gradually add cream cheese, powdered sugar, and creamy peanut butter until light and airy.
  12. Core each cooled cupcake, fill with ganache, and frost with the peanut butter frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Avoid overmixing to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.

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