Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cupcakes: Indulgent Holiday Delight
Indulge in the festive flavors of Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cupcakes, perfect for the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and crushed peppermint candies.
- Evenly distribute the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely.
Notes
- For an extra festive touch, top with whipped cream and additional crushed peppermint.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter for fluffier cupcakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cupcakes, Holiday Dessert, Festive Cupcakes