Chocolate Cupcakes Filled With Peanut Butter Cups

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 4
Decadent and Delicious Chocolate Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Filling
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

18 min

Ready In

33 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

7 ounces milk chocolate
3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 miniature peanut butter cups

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
462
Sugar
44g
Fat
29g
These chocolate cupcakes filled with peanut butter cups are a perfect treat for anyone with a sweet tooth. The rich and chocolatey batter is combined with the surprise of a gooey peanut butter center in each bite. These cupcakes are perfect for sharing with friends and family on any occasion, or for enjoying on your own as a special treat. Be warned, though, these cupcakes are rich and decadent and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F/175°C and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2.Melt the milk chocolate and butter together in a double boiler or in the microwave.
3.Once melted, remove from heat and add vanilla extract and granulated sugar.
4.Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
5.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt before adding it to the chocolate mixture and mixing until just combined.
6.Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with the batter.
7.Push a miniature peanut butter cup down into the center of each cupcake, making sure to cover it with batter.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cupcakes comes out clean.
9.Allow the cupcakes to cool before serving.

PROS

These cupcakes are rich, chocolatey, and filled with a surprise peanut butter center.

Perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth looking for a decadent dessert.

CONS

These cupcakes are high in sugar, calories, and fat and should be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Unfortunately, this dessert does not carry many health benefits aside from the occasional mood boost from indulging in a sweet treat. However, the peanut butter can provide a small amount of protein and healthy fats.

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