Peanut Butter Cupcakes
Peanut Butter Cupcakes (chopped as a mix-in) are moist, fluffy cupcakes where chopped peanut butter cups are folded into the batter, creating pockets of chocolate and peanut butter throughout. They typically include flour, sugar, eggs, butter or oil, and baking powder, with the candy pieces adding a rich, sweet contrast. This dessert is a popular American treat, often enjoyed at parties, bake sales, or as an indulgent snack.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These cupcakes are high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from sugar, flour, and peanut butter, providing a quick energy boost but with minimal protein or fiber. A single cupcake can range from 300 to 400 calories, depending on size and ingredients, and offers small amounts of iron and magnesium from the chocolate and peanuts.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 7.5 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 21 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugar | 26 g |
| Sodium | 230 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Calcium | 45 mg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
| Phosphorus | 85 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05 mg |
| Vitamin E | 1.8 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 cupcake (approx. 85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this recipe reflects the American love for combining candy with baked goods, turning a classic candy into a creative dessert twist. Nutritionally, while indulgent, the peanuts in the candy cups do contribute some healthy fats and plant-based protein, making it a slightly more satisfying treat compared to plain cupcakes.
