Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich chocolate and refreshing mint with these Mint Chocolate Cupcakes. Perfect for any occasion, these moist cupcakes feature a luscious mint chocolate ganache filling and a creamy frosting that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether it’s a birthday celebration or a cozy family gathering, these treats are sure to impress. With their easy preparation and customizable toppings, they become an instant favorite for both kids and adults. Enjoy a burst of flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar
- 1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1/4 cup Dutch Process Cocoa Powder
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Buttermilk
- 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
- 4 oz Andes Mints (for ganache)
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, cocoa powders, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and hot water; mix well.
- Slowly add wet mixture to dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the ganache, heat whipping cream until simmering; pour over chopped Andes mints and stir until smooth.
- Once cupcakes are cool, fill with ganache and frost with peppermint-infused buttercream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg