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Festive Red Velvet Peppermint Cupcakes: Holiday Magic

Red Velvet Peppermint Cupcakes
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Whip up these delightful Red Velvet Peppermint Cupcakes for a festive holiday treat. They’re perfect for sharing and bringing a burst of color and flavor to your celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 ounces red food coloring
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/4 cup crushed candy canes (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vinegar, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. While the cupcakes cool, prepare the peppermint frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  8. Gradually add the powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, until smooth and creamy.
  9. Stir in the peppermint extract.
  10. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with the peppermint frosting.
  11. Garnish with crushed candy canes.

Notes

  • Ensure your buttermilk is at room temperature for best results.
  • Adjust the amount of red food coloring to achieve your desired shade of red.
  • For a stronger peppermint flavor, add a few more drops of peppermint extract to the frosting.

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