Delicious Banana Cupcakes with Decadent Peanut Butter Frosting

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

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Mix in the mashed bananas.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
7. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
9. 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.
10. In a medium bowl, beat together the peanut butter and softened butter until smooth and creamy.
11. Add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined and fluffy.
12. Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them generously with the peanut butter frosting.
13. Serve and enjoy!

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