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Reese's Cupcakes

Irresistible Reese's Cupcakes with Creamy Peanut Butter Frosting

These irresistible Reese's Cupcakes combine rich chocolate cake with creamy peanut butter frosting, featuring hidden Reese's Miniature Cups.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix Use any brand as per package instructions for a fluffy base.
  • 12 pieces Reese's Miniature Cups Tuck one into each cupcake for a delicious surprise.
For the Frosting
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Provides a smooth and creamy texture; at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Choose creamy for a smooth finish.
  • 2 cups Confectioners’ Sugar Sweetens the frosting perfectly; adjust to taste.
  • 3 tablespoons Milk Add gradually to achieve the right frosting consistency.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions until smooth.
  3. Fill each muffin liner halfway with the batter and press one Reese's Miniature Cup into the center.
  4. Bake for approximately 16 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. While cupcakes cool, prepare the frosting by creaming together butter and peanut butter.
  6. Gradually mix in confectioners’ sugar and drizzle in milk until you achieve a spreadable consistency.
  7. Frost each cooled cupcake with the peanut butter frosting using a piping bag.
  8. Serve at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a nut-free option, substitute the peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.

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