Peppermint Red Velvet Cupcakes

Red velvet cake is believed to have originated in the Victorian era, and the addition of red food coloring is said to have been a result of a chemical reaction between the cocoa powder and the acidic ingredients.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Peppermint Red Velvet Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3840

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoon Red food coloring
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 teaspoon Peppermint extract
• 1 cup Cream cheese, softened
• 1.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Peppermint candies, crushed

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the red food coloring and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and peppermint extract, beating until well combined.
9. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the cream cheese frosting and sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 32g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.