Peanut Butter Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting

Health score
1%
Peanut Butter Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting
95 min.
24
258kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Peanut Butter Cupcakes topped with rich chocolate frosting! Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes combine the classic flavors of peanut butter and chocolate, creating a treat that is sure to impress family and friends alike. With a moist and fluffy texture, each bite delivers a burst of peanut butter goodness, complemented by a luscious layer of creamy chocolate frosting.

Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hosting a gathering, or simply craving something sweet, these cupcakes are the ideal dessert. They are easy to make, taking just 95 minutes from start to finish, and yield 24 scrumptious servings. The combination of a simple cake mix with the addition of creamy peanut butter elevates the flavor profile, making these cupcakes a standout choice for dessert lovers.

Not only are they delicious, but they also offer a delightful crunch with the addition of chopped peanuts sprinkled on top, adding texture and visual appeal. The balance of flavors and textures in these cupcakes will leave everyone reaching for seconds. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible Peanut Butter Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting that will have everyone asking for your secret recipe!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix yellow
  • 1.3 cups water 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.8 cup creamy peanut butter 
  • 16 oz chocolate frosting 
  • 0.3 cup creamy peanut butter 
  • 0.3 cup peanuts chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans).
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil, eggs and 3/4 cup peanut butter with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (about two-thirds full).
  4. Bake 18 to 23 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  5. Remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  6. In medium bowl, stir together frosting and 1/4 cup peanut butter. Frost cupcakes with frosting mixture.
  7. Sprinkle with peanuts; press lightly into frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories258kcal
Protein6.95%
Fat44.49%
Carbs48.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.76
Glycemic Load
0.28
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.4939130285512%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:257.98kcal
12.9%
Fat:13.22g
20.34%
Saturated Fat:3.15g
19.71%
Carbohydrates:32.45g
10.82%
Net Carbohydrates:31.32g
11.39%
Sugar:21.38g
23.76%
Cholesterol:20.46mg
6.82%
Sodium:246.4mg
10.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.65g
9.29%
Manganese:0.3mg
14.96%
Phosphorus:136.91mg
13.69%
Vitamin E:1.72mg
11.44%
Vitamin B3:2.28mg
11.39%
Folate:31.53µg
7.88%
Magnesium:28.89mg
7.22%
Copper:0.12mg
6.13%
Iron:1.08mg
5.99%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.96%
Calcium:57.83mg
5.78%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.53%
Vitamin K:4.85µg
4.62%
Fiber:1.14g
4.55%
Selenium:3.07µg
4.39%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.08%
Potassium:130.47mg
3.73%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.34%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.18%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.17%