Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes with Whipped Cream Frosting
Delicious Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes topped with light and airy whipped cream frosting, perfect for festive celebrations.
Ingredients
For the cupcakes
- ¾ cup Bob’s Red Mill Gluten-Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup boiling black coffee
For the frosting
- 2 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon butter, at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 pinch salt
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream, divided
- Chopped candy canes or mini candy canes, for decorating for a festive touch
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Line your cupcake tin with paper liners.
Mixing the batter
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and unsweetened cocoa powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, melted butter, and milk.
- Slowly pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Carefully pour the boiling coffee into the batter while mixing.
Baking
- Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cupcakes on a rack completely before frosting.
Preparing the frosting
- In a clean mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Gradually add 1/4 cup of heavy cream and powdered sugar, continuing to beat until smooth.
- Add the remaining 3/4 cup of heavy cream and beat until the frosting holds firm peaks.
Frosting
- Frost each cupcake with the whipped cream frosting and sprinkle chopped candy canes on top.
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Notes
These cupcakes are perfect for festive occasions. They can be made gluten-free and topped with crushed candy canes for decoration.