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Peanut Butter Filled Cupcakes

Peanut Butter Filled Cupcakes

  • Author: Lina
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free flour substitution)

Description

Peanut Butter Filled Cupcakes are moist, fluffy cupcakes with a rich, creamy peanut butter surprise center. Combining the sweet softness of cake with the savory indulgence of peanut butter, these cupcakes offer a perfectly balanced flavor and texture that’s ideal for parties, snacks, or cozy treats. Easy to customize and made with simple ingredients, they are a delightful dessert for peanut butter lovers and everyone craving a unique cupcake experience.

Ingredients

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Cupcake Batter

  • 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: pinch of salt

Peanut Butter Filling

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the batter: Start by creaming together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and optional salt. Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Fold everything gently until fully combined.
  2. Fill the cupcake liners: Spoon the batter into cupcake liners, filling each about halfway to create room for the peanut butter filling.
  3. Add the peanut butter filling: Place a generous spoonful of creamy peanut butter into the center of each partially filled cupcake liner. You may use a spoon or piping bag for cleaner placement.
  4. Cover the filling with more batter: Top the peanut butter with additional batter until each liner is about two-thirds full. This encloses the peanut butter so it becomes a molten center as they bake.
  5. Bake and cool: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted around the peanut butter filling comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to preserve the creamy peanut butter center.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smooth batter and even baking.
  • Do not overfill cupcake liners to prevent spillover and keep the peanut butter enclosed.
  • Choose creamy peanut butter for the best melty center.
  • Cool cupcakes fully before applying frosting to avoid melting or sliding.
  • Try mixing peanut butter with honey or chocolate for different filling flavors.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 26 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg

Keywords: Peanut Butter, Cupcakes, Filled Cupcakes, Easy Dessert, Baking, Gluten-Free Option

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