Banana Cupcakes With Peanut Butter Cream Cheese Frosting
If you're a fan of banana bread, you'll love these banana cupcakes with peanut butter cream cheese frosting. This recipe is perfect for those who enjoy sweet treats that are both light and flavorful. The frosting is creamy and rich, with just the right amount of peanut butter flavor. Plus, the bananas in the cupcake batter add a delightful natural sweetness.
Ingredients
For the cupcakes, you'll need:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the peanut butter cream cheese frosting, you'll need:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until it is light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the mashed bananas, milk, and vanilla extract.
Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture and mix until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
While the cupcakes are baking, prepare the frosting. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, and peanut butter until smooth. Add in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Once the cupcakes have cooled, add the frosting using a piping bag or a knife.
Variations
If you'd like to switch things up, there are plenty of delicious variations of this recipe. Here are a few ideas:
- Chocolate Banana Cupcakes - Add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder to the dry ingredients.
- Walnut Banana Cupcakes - Fold in 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts to the batter.
- Cinnamon Banana Cupcakes - Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the dry ingredients.
Conclusion
Banana cupcakes with peanut butter cream cheese frosting are a tasty treat that is sure to please. They offer a unique twist on traditional cupcakes that is both sweet and savory. The combination of bananas, peanut butter, and cream cheese creates a flavor that is both light and rich. Whether you're making them for a party or just a simple snack, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit!
