Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with liners.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies.
- Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let them cool before frosting.
Notes
- For an extra festive touch, garnish with whipped cream and additional crushed peppermint.
- These cupcakes can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Peppermint Bark Cupcakes, Festive Treats, Holiday Desserts