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

with love

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