Orange Chocolate

Orange you glad we added chocolate?  (could be sleep deprivation but I could NOT resist and I'm NOT sorry)  In all seriousness, this cupcake is divine.  Orange with chocolate is a classic winter indulgence add a cream cheese frosting and you have an awesome dessert.  Pair it with a moscato and you have an event! 

Banana Split

This classic ice cream treat moves from the bowl to a cup.  A vanilla cupcake filled with banana and strawberry, whipped cream frosting drizzled with chocolate and covered with peanuts... With a cherry on top.  Pair with a Chardonnay featuring vanilla notes and you're in for a real treat.  Without the brain freeze. 

Banana Chocolate Chip with Peanut Butter Buttercream










 

This is a mash up of classic flavor combinations: Chocolate and Peanut Butter and Peanut Butter and Banana.  Each delightful on their own but irresistible together.  The banana cupcake has just the right amount of banana and the mini chocolate chips are the perfect size for a cupcake.  Topped off with peanut butter buttercream and crushed peanuts, it's the perfect match for a Sémillon.  Side note: The Peanut Butter Buttercream in this recipe was my first attempt and has been a favorite since the day we started.