If all sweet-tooth can agree upon one thing, it’s the fact that cupcakes can never disappoint! Dark chocolate cupcakes with peanut butter frosting are no exception; in fact, these might be the very best, with their perfect balance of sweet and savory!
These are easy to make and even easier to eat, or as I must say, “devour!” This blog will guide you through an easy dark chocolate cupcake recipe for beginners and seasoned bakers.
Ingredients for Dark Chocolate Cupcakes
To make the perfect dark chocolate cupcakes, you'll need the following ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup black cocoa powder (for rich, black chocolate cupcakes)
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 large egg
½ cup whole milk
½ cup vegetable oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup boiling water
Tip: If you prefer an extra-good flavor for your chocolate base, try " King Arthur Chocolate Cupcakes Cocoa Powder.” It has a deep, rich taste that will make your dark chocolate cupcakes the right amount of heavenly goodness!
Ingredients for Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting
Moving on, let’s get to the good part, the frosting! The best feature of these cupcakes is their creamy peanut butter frosting. Here’s a list of ingredients needed to make it:
Half a cup of unsalted butter
1 cup peanut butter
2 cups sugar (preferably powdered sugar)
2-3 tbsp heavy cream
A dash of vanilla extract.
One important thing when following recipes is the difference between icing and frosting. What we are doing is peanut butter frosting. It’s thicker, fluffier, and has the perfect texture for piping, while icing gives a thinner look for an ideal finish. Our chocolate peanut butter cupcakes recipe is all about the thick goodness of peanut butter frosting that wonderfully blends with dark cupcakes for the perfect bite.
Tools Needed
To create the best chocolate peanut butter cupcakes, these are the tools you must have at the time of baking:
Mixing bowls
A whisk or electric mixer
Cupcake liners
A 12-cup muffin tin
A piping bag or a plastic sandwich bag for frosting
Optional: Want a fun twist? Or do you feel like reminiscing your childhood? Add chopped Reese’s pieces to the batter to make your Reese’s chocolate cupcakes.
Step-by-Step Instructions for Dark Chocolate Cupcakes
Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line the muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Prepare the Batter: Take a large bowl and combine your flour, sugar, black cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Thoroughly mix these dry ingredients, then gently add the egg, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Stir it all in boiling water until there are no lumps left in the batter. Note: It may all seem very thin, but it’s a part of the process.
Fill the Cupcake Liners: Now pour your batter into your favorite cupcake mold about ⅔ full.
Bake: Put your tray in the oven for about 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in it comes out clean.
You can also read this Recipe : triple layer chocolate cake
Cool it down: Cool it down for a few minutes and then transfer it to a clean wire rack for frosting.
Making the Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting
While your cupcakes are cooling, it’s time to prepare the creamy peanut butter frosting:
Feel free to read this recipe if you're interested : learn how to frost cupcakes
Take a medium-sized bowl, and whisk the softened butter and peanut butter together until you can see the creaminess in the texture. Next up add the powdered sugar and gently mix it.
Now add vanilla extract and two tablespoons of heavy cream. Beat it on high speed until your frosting feels fluffy.
Use a piping bag to frost the cupcakes. (use a plastic bag with a snipped-off corner if piping bags are not available)
Optional: drizzle it with melted chocolate and crushed peanuts for presentation.
Read this article as well : difference between frosting and icing
What Else Can You Bake?
Cheesecake: If you like your desserts rich and full, a classic cheesecake is your perfect answer. Read the recipe here how to make cheese pound cake to make the smoothest, creamy cheesecake that will elevate your taste buds to goodness!
Strawberry Layer Cake: Feeling bright and fresh? Bake a strawberry layer cake! It has different layers of vanilla, strawberries, and cream for the perfect dessert. Here’s how you can make a strawberry layer cake too.
Swiss Rolls: Try an elegant treat! Make light sponge Swiss rolls filled with cream and jam rolled in the perfect weighed sponge. Here is the simplest recipe for Swiss rolls.
Conclusion
This recipe for dark chocolate cupcakes with peanut butter frosting is everything you need from a dessert: rich, easy, and delicious. Your desserts will no longer be boring, and your sweet tooth will dance in joy every time you bake these!
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