Peanut Butter Cup Donuts

For the Donuts:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease a donut pan with non-stick spray.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.

1. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
2. Fill Donut Pan:
   • Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
3. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean.

1. Cool:
   • Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Peanut Butter Frosting:

1. Prepare the Frosting:
   • In a bowl, beat together peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed.
2. Frost the Donuts:

1. Once the donuts are completely cooled, spread or pipe the peanut butter frosting over the tops of the donuts.
2. Top with Peanut Butter Cups:
   • Sprinkle chopped mini peanut butter cups over the frosting.
3. Serve:
   • Allow the frosting to set, and then serve and enjoy!

These Peanut Butter Cup Donuts are a delightful combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and the classic donut texture. They make a perfect treat for any occasion or a special breakfast indulgence.