Description
Experience the ultimate festive treat with these White Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes. Moist and fluffy, each bite offers a delightful blend of creamy white chocolate and refreshing peppermint. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, these cupcakes will bring smiles to everyone’s faces.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup white chocolate chips (melted)
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- Crushed candy canes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fold in melted white chocolate chips and peppermint extract.
- Pour batter into liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added crunch, incorporate crushed candy canes into the batter or use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor profile. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for later enjoyment.