The first time I made chocolate cupcakes with peanut butter, I knew I wanted more than just a peanut butter frosting on top. These cupcakes have a little surprise in the middle with peanut butter ganache, followed by a generous swirl of peanut butter cream cheese frosting. It takes a few extra steps, but each part adds something to the finished cupcake.

The chocolate cupcakes are soft and rich, while the peanut butter filling brings a smooth, creamy center and the frosting adds another layer of peanut butter flavor. If you enjoy chocolate and peanut butter together, you can also try Double Chocolate Fudge Cookies and Chocolate Hazelenut Cookies.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes Recipe

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These Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes combine soft chocolate cupcakes with a peanut butter ganache center and creamy peanut butter cream cheese frosting. They're a fun choice for birthdays, celebrations, or any time you want a more indulgent cupcake.

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 22 minutes mins

Total Time 47 minutes mins

Servings: 12 Cupcake

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 430

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

  

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For the Chocolate Cupcakes

• 1 cup 125 g all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon 25 g Dutch process cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup 56 g unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup 150 g granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup 61 g sour cream
• 1/2 cup 120 ml whole milk

For the Peanut Butter Ganache

• 3/4 cup 150 g peanut butter chips
• 1/2 cup 120 ml heavy cream

For the Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Frosting

• 1/2 cup 112 g unsalted butter, softened
• 4 oz 113 g cream cheese, cold
• 2 cups 260 g powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup 128 g creamy peanut butter

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Electric hand mixer
• Whisk
• Rubber spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Kitchen scale
• Muffin/cupcake tin
• Cupcake liners
• Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl
• Piping bag
• Piping tip
• Spoon or small scoop
• Wire rack
• Oven

Method

 

1. Add the softened butter and granulated sugar to a mixing bowl. Mix until light and creamy.
   
2. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla, then mix until well combined.
   
3. Add the sour cream and mix until smooth.
   
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
   
6. Add the milk and mix until a smooth chocolate batter forms.
   
7. Divide the batter evenly among the lined cupcake cups.
   
8. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let the cupcakes cool completely, then make a small hole in the center of each cupcake.
   
10. Prepare the peanut butter ganache and spoon a small amount into the center of each cupcake.
    
11. Prepare the peanut butter cream cheese frosting and pipe it over the cupcakes.
    
12. Add a little peanut butter ganache to the center of the frosting if desired. Serve and enjoy.
    

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 23gSodium: 280mgFiber: 2gSugar: 37g

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There are a few more steps here than with a basic cupcake, but the result makes the extra preparation worthwhile. You get chocolate cake, a peanut butter center, and cream cheese frosting in the same bite, with each component prepared separately. It’s a recipe worth keeping for birthdays and celebrations when you want to put a little more effort into your baking.

Vamsi

I’ve always found joy in the kitchen. Since I was seven, cooking has been my favorite way to learn, create, and unwind. From baking sweet treats to exploring global flavors and brewing coffee, I’m always chasing my next delicious discovery.