Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes

Name: Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 48 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: Cupcakes:; 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter; 2 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate; 1 heaping Tablespoon instant coffee*; 1/2 cup (41g) unsweetened cocoa powder(not Dutch processed); 3/4 cup (94g) all-purpose flour* (spooned & leveled); 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs, at room temperature; 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar; 1/4 cup (50g) packedlight brown sugar; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract; 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk*; Peppermint Vanilla Frosting:; 1 cup (16 Tbsp; 226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 3–4 cups (360-480g) confectioners’ sugar; 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream*; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract; salt, to taste; optional for garnish: 4 ounces melted semi-sweet baking chocolate andcrushed candy canes

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

18m

Total Time

48m

This recipe creates delicious peppermint mocha cupcakes with a rich and moist chocolate base. Topped with a creamy and minty buttercream, these festive treats are perfect for the holiday season. Optional garnishes of melted chocolate and crushed candy canes add an extra layer of flavor and texture.

Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes

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