Delectable Reese’s Peanut Butter Cupcakes
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Delectable Reese’s Peanut Butter Cupcakes. Combining rich chocolate cake with creamy peanut butter frosting and a surprise Reese’s cup at the center, these treats are perfect for any occasion. Easy to make from scratch, they promise to impress both kids and adults alike. Get ready to delight your taste buds with every moist and flavorful bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, milk, and peanut butter until smooth; then mix into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chopped Reese’s cups gently.
- Divide batter evenly among liners and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on wire racks.
- For frosting, beat together unsalted butter and peanut butter until fluffy; gradually add powdered sugar and milk to desired consistency. Frost cooled cupcakes and top with additional Reese’s cups.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg