Gooey Peanut Butter Lava Cupcakes
Delicious soft cupcakes filled with a gooey melted peanut butter center, perfect for sharing and satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Cupcake Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened) Ensure butter is softened to room temperature.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup peanut butter chips Gently fold into the batter.
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional) For topping, if desired.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and peanut butter until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, mixing just until combined.
- Gently fold in the peanut butter chips until evenly distributed.
- Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter.
- For the gooey center, place a small spoonful of peanut butter in the middle of each cupcake and cover with a bit more batter.
Baking
- Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes, until the edges are set and the center remains gooey.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool slightly, then serve warm for the maximum lava effect.
Notes
These cupcakes are best served warm. Pair with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds to enjoy gooey center.