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Peppermint Hot Chocolate Muffins

Peppermint Hot Chocolate Muffins

Delightful Peppermint Hot Chocolate Muffins are a cozy winter treat, combining rich chocolate with refreshing peppermint flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup crushed peppermint candies
  • 1/2 cup chocolate ganache (optional)

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and prepare a muffin tin with liners or nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix sugar, eggs, buttermilk, oil, and peppermint extract until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips and half the crushed peppermint.
  6. Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling each 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
  8. Let cool 5 minutes in pan, then transfer to rack.
  9. Drizzle with ganache and top with remaining crushed peppermint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 14g

Notes

These muffins can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.

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