Description
Candy Cane Cupcakes are a delightful holiday treat that combines fluffy chocolate cake with refreshing peppermint flavor. Topped with creamy buttercream frosting and garnished with crushed candy canes, these cupcakes bring festive cheer to any gathering. They are easy to make, visually appealing, and perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- Crushed candy canes for garnish
- Buttercream frosting (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with festive liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and peppermint extract until frothy.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the cupcake liners about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg