How to Make Butter Free Peanut Butter Cupcakes in Easy Steps

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Butter free peanut butter cupcakes –If you’re looking for a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter, these Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes are sure to impress. Perfect for any occasion, they’re an indulgence that your friends and family will adore. Let’s dive into the delicious world of baking and whip up a batch of these scrumptious cupcakes!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes

These cupcakes are moist, fluffy, and bursting with chocolatey goodness, all while being complemented by a creamy peanut butter frosting that takes them to the next level!

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk

For the Peanut Butter Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the softened butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to over-mix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

While the cupcakes are cooling, let’s make the peanut butter frosting. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter and creamy peanut butter until smooth and well combined. Gradually add the powdered sugar and mix on low speed until combined, then add in the milk and vanilla extract and beat until fluffy.

Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, generously frost each cupcake with the peanut butter frosting. For an extra touch, you can drizzle melted chocolate over the frosting or sprinkle with mini chocolate chips.

Enjoy these decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes with your loved ones and watch everyone smile with each delicious bite!