Candy Cane Cupcakes: Easy Holiday Treats to Indulge In
Indulge in these delightful Candy Cane Cupcakes, a perfect treat for the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, until just combined.
- Fold in the crushed candy canes.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before frosting.
Notes
- For an extra festive touch, top with peppermint frosting and additional crushed candy canes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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