Best 3 Peanut Butter Bacon Cupcake Recipes

Indulge in a culinary adventure like no other with our tantalizing Peanut Butter Bacon Cupcakes, a harmonious symphony of sweet and savory flavors that will leave your taste buds in awe. This extraordinary creation starts with a moist and fluffy peanut butter cake batter, swirled with crispy bacon bits and crowned with a luscious peanut butter frosting. But that's not all; this recipe also includes a special surprise – a hidden layer of gooey bacon jam nestled in the heart of each cupcake. These cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a playful party, a cozy gathering with friends, or simply a moment of indulgence. So, embark on this culinary journey and let your taste buds experience the harmonious union of peanut butter and bacon in a delightful symphony of flavors.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SPICY PEANUT BUTTER-BACON SANDWICHES

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I craved peanut butter and bacon toast while pregnant. Then I sampled a friend's peanut butter with chile pepper in it and loved it. The little zip made the sandwich better, and now I live on this peanut butter sandwich recipe. -Carolyn Eskew, Dayton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1/4 cup peanut butter
4 slices cinnamon-raisin bread
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 crisp cooked bacon strips
2 teaspoons honey

Steps:

Spread peanut butter on 2 bread slices; sprinkle with cayenne. Top with bacon and drizzle with honey. Top with remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 26g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 664mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

CHOCOLATE-TOPPED PEANUT BUTTER-BACON BARS

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Enjoy these delicious bars made using Betty Crocker® peanut butter cookie mix and bacon sprinkled with chocolate - perfect for a dessert.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pouch Betty Crocker™ peanut butter cookie mix
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons maple-flavored syrup
1 egg
10 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled (about 3/4 cup)
1/2 cup chopped peanuts
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (6 oz)

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 9- or 8-inch square pan with cooking spray.
In large bowl, stir together cookie mix, oil, syrup and egg until soft dough forms. Reserve 1/4 cup bacon for garnish. Stir remaining bacon and peanuts into dough. Press evenly in pan.
Bake 20 to 25 mintues or until golden brown. Remove from oven; sprinkle with chocolate chips. Return to oven; bake 1 minute. Immediately spread chocolate over bars. Sprinkle reserved 1/4 cup bacon over chocolate. Cool completely, about 1 hour or until chocolate is set.
For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Store tightly covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 280 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

AIR-FRYER BACON-PEANUT BUTTER CORNBREAD MUFFINS

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My family can't get enough of bacon and peanut butter, so I created these quick and easy cornbread muffins using ingredients I regularly keep stocked in my pantry and fridge. The streusel topping adds a delicious sweet and salty crunch! -Shannon Kohn, Summerville, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 6 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 tablespoons softened butter, divided
1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts, chopped
1 package (2.1 ounces) ready-to-serve fully cooked bacon, finely chopped, divided
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2/3 cup peanut butter chips
Caramel ice cream topping, optional

Steps:

Preheat air fryer to 375°. Grease six 6-oz. ramekins with 2 tablespoons butter. For topping, in a small bowl combine 2 tablespoons butter, peanuts, 3 tablespoons bacon and brown sugar; set aside., In a large bowl, beat muffin mix, buttermilk and eggs. Microwave peanut butter and remaining 2 tablespoons butter until melted; stir into batter. Fold in peanut butter chips and remaining 2/3 cup bacon. Pour into prepared ramekins; sprinkle with topping., Place ramekins on tray in air-fryer basket; cook until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 20-25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing from ramekins to a wire rack. Serve warm. If desired, drizzle with caramel ice cream topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590 calories, Fat 38g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 818mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use a dark chocolate ganache instead of semisweet.
To make the cupcakes ahead of time, bake them according to the recipe and then freeze them. When you're ready to serve, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator and then frost them.
If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a resealable plastic bag with the corner snipped off to pipe the frosting.
For a fun presentation, decorate the cupcakes with bacon bits and chopped peanuts.

Conclusion:

Peanut butter bacon cupcakes are a delicious and unique treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you're a fan of peanut butter and bacon or just looking for something new to try, these cupcakes are sure to please.