Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes
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The combination of chocolate and peppermint is a classic holiday flavor pairing.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
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Stir in the peppermint extract.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
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Transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and enough milk to make a thick glaze.
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Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes and sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
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Allow the glaze to set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.