Description
Indulge in the deliciously sweet experience of Delectable Reese’s Peanut Butter Cupcakes! This delightful recipe combines rich chocolate cake with creamy peanut butter frosting and features a surprise Reese’s cup at the center, making it a hit for any occasion. Perfect for both kids and adults, these cupcakes are easy to make from scratch with simple ingredients. Whether it’s a birthday party or a casual treat, every bite promises to be moist, flavorful, and utterly irresistible. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this gourmet dessert that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 until combined.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, milk, and peanut butter until smooth. Gradually add to the dry ingredients and mix gently.
- Fold in the chopped Reese’s cups carefully.
- Pour the batter into lined cupcake wells and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on wire racks.
- For frosting: Beat unsalted butter and peanut butter until fluffy; gradually add powdered sugar and milk to desired consistency. Frost cooled cupcakes generously.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg