Mint Chocolate Cupcakes: Indulgent Treats for Any Occasion
Indulge in these delicious mint chocolate cupcakes, perfect for any celebration!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, and mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before frosting.
Notes
- For an extra minty flavor, add a few drops of mint extract to the frosting.
- These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Mint Chocolate Cupcakes