Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Delectable Reese’s Peanut Butter Cupcakes, where rich chocolate cake meets creamy peanut butter frosting for a truly unforgettable dessert. These cupcakes are perfect for any occasion—birthdays, holidays, or simply as a sweet treat at home. With a hidden surprise of Reese’s cups in every bite, they are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Best of all, this easy recipe allows you to whip up these delicious treats from scratch, ensuring that every bite is moist and packed with bold flavors. Treat yourself and your loved ones to these irresistible delights today!
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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, combine the melted butter, eggs, milk, and peanut butter until smooth. Mix this wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool on wire racks before frosting with peanut butter frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg