Indulge in these delicious and healthy butter-free peanut butter cupcakes. Made with natural peanut butter and wholesome ingredients, these cupcakes are a guilt-free treat for any occasion. They are moist, flavorful, and perfect for peanut butter lovers. Enjoy the classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate in a cupcake form without any added butter. These cupcakes are easy to make and will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the peanut butter mixture, alternating with the almond milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Fill each cupcake liner about 3/4 full with the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, decorate the cupcakes with your favorite frosting or enjoy them as they are.
Interesting Facts
These cupcakes are butter-free and use natural peanut butter as a healthier alternative.
The addition of almond milk adds moisture to the cupcakes while keeping them dairy-free.
Mini chocolate chips are the perfect addition to these cupcakes, giving them a burst of chocolate flavor in every bite.