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Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cupcakes

Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cupcakes

Description

Hello, fellow dessert lovers! Today, we’re diving into a recipe that’s an irresistible combination of two favorite flavors: chocolate and peanut butter. Imagine rich chocolate cupcakes with a molten peanut butter center—perfect for any occasion when you want a sweet treat that will impress. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a newbie in the kitchen, these Chocolate Peanut Butter Lava Cupcakes are sure to be a hit. So, grab your apron, and let’s get baking!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips for topping

Feel free to make substitutions based on your dietary needs. For example, you can use almond flour for a gluten-free option or replace the buttermilk with a dairy-free alternative like almond milk mixed with lemon juice.

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  • Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  • Add Hot Water: Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth. The hot water helps to enhance the flavor of the cocoa.
  • Fill Cupcake Liners: Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter. Drop a spoonful of peanut butter into the center of each cupcake.
  • Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops of the cupcakes spring back when lightly touched.
  • Cool and Top: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, top each cupcake with a generous dollop of peanut butter and a sprinkle of chocolate chips.

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Notes

  • Peanut Butter Substitution: If you prefer a different flavor, swap out the peanut butter for hazelnut spread or almond butter. The recipe remains just as delicious with these alternatives.
  • Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature to achieve the best batter consistency.
  • Don’t Overmix: When adding the dry ingredients to the wet, mix just until combined. Overmixing can result in dense cupcakes.

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/chocolate-peanut-butter-lava-cupcakes/