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Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes

Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes

These Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes are a festive treat with rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint flavors, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour a key base for texture
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder adds rich chocolate flavor
  • 1 tsp Baking powder ensures proper rise
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar can substitute coconut sugar
  • 2 large Eggs use room temperature
  • 1 cup Whole milk can substitute with almond milk
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract use pure vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp Peppermint extract use sparingly

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar in a large bowl until combined.
  3. Beat the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract together until smooth.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients gradually until just combined.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with the chocolate batter.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting them.
  8. Optional: Add crushed peppermint candy on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Always use room temperature ingredients for the best results. Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent dense cupcakes.

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