Peanut Butter Banana Cupcakes

Indulge in the ultimate flavor combination with these irresistible Peanut Butter Banana Cupcakes! Perfectly moist and naturally sweetened with overripe bananas, the cupcakes are elevated by a creamy peanut butter frosting that’s rich, velvety, and utterly satisfying. This easy-to-follow recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour and baking soda with the nostalgic pairing of bananas and peanut butter for a treat that’s both comforting and sophisticated. Ready in just 40 minutes, these cupcakes are the ideal dessert for birthdays, potlucks, or anytime you’re craving a sweet twist on classic flavors. Finish them off with optional banana slices or a drizzle of melted chocolate for a decorative touch that’s sure to impress! Perfect for peanut butter lovers, these handheld delights are a must-try for any dessert enthusiast.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 medium Overripe bananas (mashed)
• 0.5 cups Creamy peanut butter
• 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.75 cups Creamy peanut butter (for frosting)
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 0.125 teaspoons Salt (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mix together the mashed bananas, peanut butter (0.5 cups), vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

To make the frosting, beat the softened butter and peanut butter (0.75 cups) in a large bowl until creamy and smooth.

Step 9

Gradually add the powdered sugar, 0.5 cups at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 10

Add the heavy cream and a pinch of salt, then beat until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.

Step 11

Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them using a piping bag or a spatula.

Step 12

Optional: Garnish with banana slices or a drizzle of melted chocolate for a decorative touch.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy your delicious Peanut Butter Banana Cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1486.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5536.3

Total Fat 322.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.7g
Cholesterol 671.3mg	0%
Sodium 3701.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 602.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.8g	0%
Total Sugars 390.2g
Protein 107.9g	0%

Vitamin D 194.0IU	0%
Calcium 459.2mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 3271.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 42.0%