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Indulge in the decadent fusion of chocolate and peanut butter with these delectable cupcakes. As a skilled wordsmith, allow me to guide you through this delightful recipe, ensuring clarity and ease of understanding. Trust me, once you try these, you’ll be convinced of their irresistible charm.
Prep time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 20-22 minutes | Total time: 40-42 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain flour (150g)
- â…“ cup Dutch process cocoa (40g)
- ¾ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar (220g)
- ¼ cup vegetable oil (60ml)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup warm strong coffee (125ml)
- ½ cup sour cream (125g)
For the Frosting:
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened (170g)
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter (260g)
- 1â…“ cups icing sugar, sifted (165g)
- â…“ cup sour cream (85g)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line 10 standard muffin holes with paper liners.
- Sift the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and baking powder into a bowl. Whisk in the brown sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine vegetable oil, beaten egg, vanilla extract, and warm coffee. Whisk until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients along with the sour cream. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the lined muffin holes, filling each about â…” full.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat the softened butter and peanut butter using electric beaters until light and fluffy. Gradually add the sifted icing sugar, alternating with sour cream, while beating constantly. Continue until a smooth, thick, and fluffy frosting forms.
- Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large star or plain nozzle. Decorate the cooled cupcakes as desired.
Serving Suggestion:
Serve the cupcakes freshly frosted for optimal enjoyment. Leftover cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 8 weeks.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 250mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 38g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 25g
- Protein: 7g
Experience the blissful harmony of chocolate and peanut butter in every bite of these delightful cupcakes. Get ready to indulge in a culinary delight that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
