Indulge in these moist and flavorful banana cupcakes topped with a luscious peanut butter frosting. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to afternoon tea. The combination of sweet bananas and rich peanut butter creates a delectable treat that will leave everyone wanting more. These cupcakes are easy to make and guaranteed to impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 bananas)
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the 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 separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in the mashed bananas.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake 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.
- In a medium bowl, beat together the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined and fluffy.
- Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them generously with the peanut butter frosting.
- Serve and enjoy!
