Candy Cane Cupcakes: The Best Festive Treat for Your Holidays
Delicious and festive Candy Cane Cupcakes perfect for the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 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
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the crushed candy canes.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool before frosting.
Notes
- For a more intense peppermint flavor, add more peppermint extract.
- Make sure to crush the candy canes finely for even distribution.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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