Mint Chocolate Cupcakes
Delicious and easy Mint Chocolate Cupcakes that combine rich chocolate with refreshing mint flavor, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Chocolate frosting
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- Whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add the softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, buttermilk, and peppermint extract. Beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with chocolate frosting.
- Garnish with mint leaves before serving.
Notes
You can freeze the unfrosted cupcakes for up to 3 months. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for about 2-3 days.
Find it online: https://www.zaynkitchen.com/mint-chocolate-cupcakes/