Description
Hot Cocoa Swirl Cupcakes with Candy-Cane Icing are a delightful winter treat that combines the rich flavors of hot cocoa with festive candy-cane icing. Each bite offers a fluffy texture and a burst of chocolatey goodness, making them perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. These cupcakes not only taste amazing but also look stunning, making them an Instagram-worthy addition to your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in hot cocoa mix if desired.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, whip cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy; mix in crushed candy canes.
- Frost cupcakes once they are completely cool.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg