Fluffernutter Cupcakes

Ingredients and Weight:

For the Cupcakes: * All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g) * Granulated sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g) * Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10g) * Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g) * Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) * Milk: 1 cup (240ml) * Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (1 stick) * Large eggs: 2

For the Fluffernutter Filling: * Marshmallow fluff: 1 cup (180g) * Creamy peanut butter: 1 cup (200g)

For the Banana Cream Cheese Frosting: * Cream cheese, softened: 8 ounces (226g) * Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (1 stick) * Powdered sugar: 1 1/2 cups (180g) * Ripe bananas, mashed: 1 medium (120g)

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15-18 minutes per batch

Difficulty Level:

• 2/5 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

For the Cupcakes:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, butter, and eggs.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Divide batter evenly among prepared cupcake liners.
5. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cupcakes cool completely in the pan.

For the Fluffernutter Filling:

1. Combine marshmallow fluff and peanut butter in a small bowl. Mix until smooth.

For the Banana Cream Cheese Frosting:

1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
2. Gradually beat in powdered sugar.
3. Beat in mashed bananas until combined.

Assembly:

1. Use a small spoon or a piping bag to fill the center of each cupcake with the Fluffernutter filling.
2. Top with banana cream cheese frosting.

Nutritional Information:

Per cupcake (without frosting): * Calories: 250 * Fat: 10g * Carbohydrates: 40g * Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and indulgent
• Creamy and fluffy
• Perfect for banana lovers
• Nostalgic and comforting

User Comments:

• "These are the best cupcakes I've ever had!"
• "The Fluffernutter filling is amazing."
• "The banana cream cheese frosting is so smooth and creamy."
• "These cupcakes are perfect for a party or a special occasion."
• "I love the combination of banana and peanut butter."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the cupcakes are completely cool before filling and frosting them.
• If the frosting is too thick, add a little milk to thin it out.
• To make the cupcakes ahead of time, bake them and let them cool completely. Fill and frost them just before serving.
• For a fun twist, sprinkle with chopped peanuts or banana chips.