Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes: Indulgent Treat for Your Holiday Table
Enjoy the delightful combination of peppermint and mocha with these festive cupcakes, perfect for your holiday gatherings.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the peppermint extract and cooled coffee.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting.
- In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with milk to make a glaze and drizzle it over the cooled cupcakes.
- Top with crushed peppermint candies.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract to the batter.
- These cupcakes can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes, holiday cupcakes, festive desserts