Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes – The Ultimate Flavor Combo!
Moist chocolate cupcakes topped with rich, creamy peanut butter frosting? Yes, please! These are a dream come true for chocolate and peanut butter lovers. 
Ingredients:
For the Chocolate Cupcakes:
1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 large eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup hot water or coffee (for richness)
For the Peanut Butter Frosting: 1 cup creamy peanut butter 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 cups powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 3-4 tbsp heavy cream (to reach desired consistency)
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk melted butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
Add dry ingredients, alternating with buttermilk. Stir in hot water or coffee until combined.
Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full and bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool completely.
For frosting, beat peanut butter and butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream until smooth.
Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes. Top with mini peanut butter cups for extra deliciousness!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes – The Ultimate Flavor Combo!
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