Dark Chocolate Cupcakes with Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting
Indulge in the rich, decadent delight of Dark Chocolate Cupcakes with Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting. These moist, chocolatey cupcakes are crowned with velvety peanut butter frosting, creating a heavenly balance that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet escape, these cupcakes are a must-try for any chocolate lover seeking a touch of gourmet flair at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to the dry mix and stir until combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, whip together peanut butter and powdered sugar until fluffy; frost cooled cupcakes generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg