Disney's Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcakes

Bring a taste of Disney magic to your kitchen with these copycat Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcakes! Picture this: rich chocolate cake filled with gooey chocolate ganache, topped with creamy peanut butter frosting, and finished with a crunchy Butterfinger coating. It's a dessert dream come true, just like the famous ones at Walt Disney World!

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Best Disney World Cupcakes

Disney World and Disneyland have some of the most amazing cupcakes! When I visit the parks, I always load up on snacks and treats, this includes cupcakes. I used to love going to Starring Rolls Cafe at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, because I could get two of my favorite cupcakes there. The Red Velvet Cheesecake Cupcake and the Butterfinger Cupcake.

Unfortunately, Starring Rolls Cafe has since permanently closed, but the Butterfinger Cupcake has returned multiple times with different names.

Where to Get Disney’s Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcakes

Right now, it is back as the Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcake and it is available at Rosie’s All American Cafe at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney’s Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcakes is described on the menu as a:

Chocolate Cupcake topped with Buttercream and covered with a Peanut Butter Candy Shell.

Sounds good to me! You will find the recipe below so that you can make it right in your own kitchen! Make sure to check out more of my Disney-inspired recipes at the end of this post!

Ingredients Needed for Butterfinger Chocolate Cupcakes

*Ingredient amounts are located in the recipe card at the end of this post.

• Chocolate Cupcake Ingredients: Start with chocolate cake mix for ease, incorporating eggs, milk or buttermilk for richness, oil for a moist crumb, sour cream for tang, and a dash of vanilla to enhance the chocolate flavor. These components are the secret to rich chocolate cupcakes that serve as the perfect foundation.
• Chocolate Ganache Filling: A luscious blend of semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream, this ganache nestles inside each cupcake, adding a layer of opulence and marrying well with the moist chocolate base.
• Peanut Butter Frosting: Combine softened butter and creamy peanut butter for that iconic peanut butter flavor, powdered sugar for sweetness, a hint of vanilla extract, and salt to balance the flavors. Milk or cream is added to achieve the desired silky consistency. This creamy frosting is pivotal, crowning each cupcake with a peanut butter lover's dream come true.

How to Make Disney’s Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcakes

[Step 1] Cupcakes: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk or buttermilk, oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Add in the cake mix and stir until fully combined.

[Step 2] Place cupcake liners in a muffin pan and add 3 tablespoons of cake mix to each cup. 

[Step 3] Bake the cupcakes at 350 degrees for 14-17 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow to cool while you prepare the filling and frosting.

[Step 4] Ganache Filling: Add the chocolate chips to a microwave safe bowl. Pour the cream over the top of the chocolate chips. Microwave the chocolate and cream at 50% power for 1 minute. Remove and stir. Continue to microwave at 50% power in 30 second increments, stirring in between, until the chocolate is smooth. Set aside.

[Step 5] Peanut Butter Buttercream Frosting: Add the softened butter and creamy peanut butter to the bowl of an electric mixer. Beat them together until light and fluffy at medium-high speed. Mix in the vanilla extract and salt. Add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing in between. Add 1 tablespoon of milk or cream and beat the frosting for 1-3 minutes. If the frosting is still too thick, add more milk or cream one tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency. Set aside.

[Step 6] Peanut Butter Crunch Candy Coating: Unwrap the Butterfinger bars and place them in a food processor. Process until the candy bars become fine crumbs.

[Step 7] Cupcake AssemblyP Use a sharp knife or cupcake corer to remove the center of each cupcake and discard. Add the chocolate ganache to a large piping bag or ziplock bag then snip off the end of the bag and fill each cupcake hole with ganache. Use a cookie/ice cream scoop, about ¼ cup, to scoop peanut butter frosting on top of the cupcakes. Carefully cover the frosting with the crushed butterfingers. Use your fingers to re-shape the frosting dome, if necessary.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

• Stand Mixer or Electric Mixer
• Mixing Bowls
• Food Processor
• Piping Bag
• Large Cookie Scoop

How to Store Moist Chocolate Butterfinger Cupcakes

To store your Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcakes, place them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. This keeps the ganache filling and frosting fresh. Let them sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before serving to enjoy that perfect creamy texture!

Baking Tips & Tricks

• Use room temperature ingredients: This is key for a smooth batter. Especially for your eggs and butter, bringing them to room temperature ensures they blend seamlessly for that moist chocolate Butterfinger cupcake base. 
• Moisture is magic: To keep your cupcakes from drying out, don’t overbake them. Keep a watchful eye and perform the toothpick test a couple of minutes before the timer goes off. A moist crumb on the toothpick means they’re done. 
• The creamiest of frostings: For that fluffy peanut butter frosting, beat your butter on high speed until light and airy before adding the peanut butter. Then, sift your sugar to avoid any lumps for that dreamy creamy frosting. 

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use homemade peanut butter for the creamy frosting? Yes, using homemade peanut butter can add a unique flavor to your butterfinger cupcakes, making them even more special for occasions like birthday parties. 
• What can I do if I don’t have mini Butterfingers for the topping? No worries, you can crush any size butterfinger candy bars into crunchy bits for the perfect crunchy butterfinger topping.
• Is it possible to make these cupcakes without a food processor? Absolutely, you can mix the ingredients using a standard mixer or even by hand, though ensure your butter is at room temperature for the best results. 

Final Thoughts

These Butterfinger cupcakes are a butterfinger lover's dream, perfect for any special occasion. Their irresistible peanut butter flavor, topped with crunchy Butterfinger bits, makes them a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. I encourage you to try this easy cupcake recipe—they're bound to be a hit at your next birthday party or gathering. 

More Disney Recipes:

• Short-Cut Mickey Beignets
• Disney Churro Bites
• Toy Story Land Grilled Cheese
• Easy Mickey Beignets
• Disneyland’s Raspberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Disney Park Snacks Recipes
• Mickey-Shaped Treats
• Homemade Dole Whip

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