Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes
"Deep chocolate cupcakes flavored with peppermint and coffee, topped with peppermint vanilla frosting, candy canes, and a chocolate drizzle. Your favorite holiday beverage in cupcake form!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
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2 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate
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1 heaping Tablespoon instant coffee*
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1/2 cup (64g) unsweetened cocoa powder (not Dutch processed)
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3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour*
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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3/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
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1/4 cup (50g) light brown sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
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1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk*
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PEPPERMINT VANILLA FROSTING
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1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
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3-4 cups (360-480g) confectioners' sugar
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1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream*
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
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salt, to taste
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