Peppermint Hot Chocolate Muffins: The Best Festive Treat Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavor of peppermint hot chocolate with these festive muffins, perfect for the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, and peppermint extract.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Fill the muffin cups 2/3 full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Allow the muffins to cool before serving.
Notes
- For an extra touch, sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg