Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of White Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes that will elevate your holiday gatherings. These fluffy, moist cupcakes are infused with rich white chocolate and refreshing peppermint, topped with creamy frosting and a sprinkle of crushed candy canes. Perfect for cozy evenings or joyous celebrations, this recipe brings warmth and delight to every bite!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup white chocolate chips (melted)
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- ½ cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- Crushed peppermint candy canes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar in a separate bowl until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by melted white chocolate and peppermint extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into cupcake liners, filling them two-thirds full, and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, whip heavy cream to soft peaks, then fold in any remaining melted white chocolate.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously and sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg