Peanut butter choc cupcakes
Sponge mix - makes 12
156g plain flour
1/2 tsp bicarb of soda
1/8 salt
120ml veg oil
125g peanut butter
200g dark brown sugar
1 egg
80g yoghurt
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
180ml whole milk
Chocolate buttercream
115g softened butter
210g pure sifted Icing sugar
20g cocoa powder
20 ml milk
40g peanut butter
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/8 tsp salt
Method for the sponge:
Preheat the oven to 160 c and line a cupcake tin with papers.
Combine flour, bicarb, and salt and whisk to remove any lumps.
In a separate bowl combine all the wet ingredients and whisk.
Combine the wet into the dry and whisk until lump-free. Don’t overmix
Once a glossy and smooth mix is formed fill your cupcake cases 3/4 full.
Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes or until a skewer inserted comes out clean.
Allow them to cool down at room temperature and begin making your frosting.
Method for the frosting:
Beat butter in a bowl until light and pale
Add the sifted icing sugar and whip until smooth
Gradually add milk, and vanilla extract; beat until smooth.
Add the peanut butter, cocoa powder, and salt and whisk again.
Pipe onto your cupcakes and decorate with crushed peanuts or peanut butter cups.
Eat and enjoy