Candy Cane Cupcakes: Indulgent Holiday Treats You’ll Love
These Candy Cane Cupcakes are a festive treat perfect for the holidays, combining the flavors of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 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 milk
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the milk and peppermint extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the crushed candy canes.
- Scoop the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting.
Notes
- For a festive touch, top with peppermint frosting and additional crushed candy canes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Candy Cane Cupcakes, holiday cupcakes, festive treats, peppermint dessert