Description
Indulge in the cozy warmth of these Hot Cocoa Cupcake Mugs, a delightful treat that combines the flavors of hot cocoa in a cupcake form. Topped with marshmallow creme and mini candy canes, these cupcakes are perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup hot water
Additional:
- 1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup marshmallow creme or mini marshmallows (for topping)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (for ganache)
- 12 mini candy canes (for handles)
- Optional sprinkles or crushed peppermint for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the muffin tin: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, then mix in the vanilla. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Stir in hot water and chocolate chips.
- Bake the cupcakes: Fill cupcake liners and bake for 18–20 minutes. Let cool.
- Make the ganache: Heat heavy cream, pour over chopped chocolate, stir until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Decorate: Pipe or spoon ganache over cupcakes, top with marshmallow creme or mini marshmallows. Insert a candy cane for the handle. Garnish as desired.
Notes
- For a peppermint twist, add 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract to the cupcake batter.
- Best served at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
