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Reese’s Cup Easter Bunny Cupcakes


  • Author: homerecipeseasy
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes

Description

Delight in the whimsical charm of Reese’s Cup Easter Bunny Cupcakes, a perfect blend of chocolate and peanut butter that will bring joy to your spring celebrations.


Ingredients

  • All-Purpose Flour
  • Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • Baking Powder
  • Granulated Sugar
  • Butter
  • Eggs
  • Whole Milk
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
  • Peanut Butter Frosting (store-bought or homemade)
  • Candy Eyes and Edible Ears (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
  3. Cream softened butter and sugar in another bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add milk and vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients without overmixing.
  6. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter; insert mini Reese’s cups into each.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
  8. Frost generously with peanut butter frosting and decorate with candy eyes and edible ears.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 190mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For variations, substitute Reese’s Cups with mini chocolate eggs or your favorite candies. Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.