Biscoff Cupcakes with Biscoff Buttercream

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Spiced cupcake meets dreamy Biscoff frosting—a cookie butter lover’s ultimate treat.

  • Servings: 12 cupcakes

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes | Bake Time: 18–20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

  • Dietary Badges: Vegetarian • Nut-free (check labels) • Perfect for dessert or celebrations

✅ Ingredients

Cupcakes

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • ½ cup Biscoff cookie butter spread

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

(Buttercream ingredients and detailed measurements next.)

🧑‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F; line cupcake tin.

  2. Whisk dry ingredients.

  3. Cream butter + sugars; add eggs, vanilla, and Biscoff.

  4. Alternate adding dry mix and a splash of milk until just combined.

  5. Fill liners ¾ full; bake 18–20 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.

  6. Cool completely before frosting.

💡 Notes

  • Don’t overmix—keep cupcakes light and fluffy.

  • Swap Biscoff for peanut butter for a fun twist!

  • Make ahead: bake a day early; frost just before serving.

II. Brief Introduction

If you love Biscoff cookie butter, these cupcakes are basically your dream experience in baked form. Moist, warmly spiced cupcakes filled with Biscoff are topped with luscious buttercream that could win hearts at any gathering. Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, or just treating yourself to something special in under an hour.

III. Step‑by‑Step Cooking Guide

1. Prep Work

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), line 12-cup muffin tin with liners.

  • Dry mix: In a bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

2. Cream & Combine

  • Cream butter + sugars until lighter in color.

  • Add eggs one at a time, blending smoothly.

  • Mix in vanilla and Biscoff cookie butter until fully incorporated.

(Insert photo: creamy batter blending Biscoff into butter.)

3. Finish Batter

  • Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with a splash of milk if needed.

  • Paul Falcone tip: Stop mixing when you can still see tiny flour streaks—overmixing = dense cupcakes.

4. Bake

  • Spoon into liners until ¾ full.

  • Bake 18–20 minutes; test with toothpick until it comes out clean.

  • Cool completely before frosting.

IV. Ingredients & Substitutions

Why These Ingredients

  • Biscoff cookie butter delivers that signature caramel-spiced flavor.

  • Brown sugar enhances moisture and depth.

  • Baking soda + powder ensures the perfect rise.

Substitution Tips

  • Dairy-free: Use vegan butter and plant-based milk.

  • Flour swap: Use gluten-free blend (lightly spooned into measuring cup).

  • Cookie butter alternative: Try peanut or speculoos butter for similar taste vibes.

V. Variations & Presentation

  • Add texture: Fold in ½ cup chopped Biscoff cookies before baking.

  • Frosting twist: Swirl in melted Biscoff or add coffee powder for mocha notes.

  • Theme idea: Top with mini cookie or edible gold dust for celebrations.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Pair with a warm latte or chai tea.

  • Display on a tiered stand at dessert tables or showers.

VI. Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

  • Room temperature: Store in airtight container up to 3 days.

  • Refrigeration: Keeps up to 5 days; bring to room temp before serving.

  • Freezing: Freeze unfrosted cupcakes for 2 months; thaw and frost fresh.

VII. Nutrition (approx. per cupcake)

  • Calories: ~320 kcal

  • Carbs: ~38g | Protein: ~4g | Fat: ~17g

  • Sugar: ~22g | Fiber: ~1g

  • Diet Tags: Vegetarian; check Biscoff label for cross-contamination with nuts

VIII. FAQs

Q: Why use both baking powder and soda?
A: Powder gives lift, soda neutralizes acidity and enhances golden color.

Q: Can I skip frosting?
A: Absolutely—enjoy these cupcake style with a side of milk or dust with powdered sugar.

Q: My cupcakes are dry—what went wrong?
A: Likely overbaked or overmixed. Next time, check at 17 minutes and avoid mixing after wet/dry combine.

IX. Author’s Note

These cupcakes are my decadent go-to when craving something equally nostalgic and indulgent. That first swirl of Biscoff frosting? Always worth the wait (and no regrets when I sneak a few before serving!). Every bite feels like a cozy hug with cookie-spice flavor.

X. Call-to-Action

If these Biscoff Cupcakes become your new favorite treat, I want to see them! Tag your creations @KristyCookRecipes and show off your frosting swirls, color themes, and flavor experiments. Drop a comment and share your twist—cake pops? Double layers? Anything goes in the cookie-butter world.

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