Peanut Butter Cupcakes

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups (180g)
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
• Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (113g)
• Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
• Eggs: 2 large
• Peanut butter: 1/2 cup (120g)
• Milk: 1/2 cup (120ml)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the peanut butter.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk and beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined.
5. Fill the prepared muffin cups about 2/3 full.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cupcake):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and fluffy
• Rich and decadent peanut butter flavor
• Perfect for any occasion

User Comments:

• "These cupcakes were a hit at my party! The peanut butter flavor was incredible."
• "The cupcakes were so easy to make and turned out perfectly."
• "The perfect balance of sweet and savory, these cupcakes are sure to be a crowd-pleaser."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the batter, as this can lead to tough cupcakes.
• For a sweeter cupcake, add an extra 1/4 cup of sugar.
• To make chocolate peanut butter cupcakes, add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the dry ingredients.
• For a crunchier topping, sprinkle chopped peanuts on top of the cupcakes before baking.