Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Chocolate Peppermint Cream Filled Cupcakes. These moist chocolate treats, bursting with a cool peppermint cream filling, are perfect for any celebration. With their rich flavor and charming presentation, they’re sure to impress friends and family alike. Whether for Christmas, birthdays, or just a sweet pick-me-up, these cupcakes promise to elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth; combine with dry ingredients without over-mixing.
- Fill liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool before filling with whipped peppermint cream made by blending softened butter and powdered sugar mixed with peppermint extract.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg