Peppermint Red Velvet Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Peppermint Red Velvet Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size); 1 cup sour cream; 3 large eggs, room temperature; 1/4 cup water; 1/3 cup canola oil; 1 bottle (1 ounce) red food coloring; 1 cup (6 ounces) miniature semisweet chocolate chips; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese; 12 ounces white baking chocolate, melted; 2 teaspoons peppermint extract; 7 cups confectioners' sugar; White chocolate curls and crushed peppermint candies, optional

Servings: persons

1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1 cup sour cream
3 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup water
1/3 cup canola oil
1 bottle (1 ounce) red food coloring
1 cup (6 ounces) miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
12 ounces white baking chocolate, melted
2 teaspoons peppermint extract
7 cups confectioners' sugar
White chocolate curls and crushed peppermint candies, optional

1
In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, sour cream, eggs, water, oil and food coloring; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Fold in chocolate chips.
2
Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350u00b0 for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
3
For frosting, in a large bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in melted white chocolate and extract. Beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth.
4
Frost cupcakes. Sprinkle with chocolate curls and peppermint candies if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

3099

kcal

Calories

134

Fat

463

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size), 1 cup sour cream, 3 large eggs, room temperature, 1/4 cup water, and more.

Yes, Peppermint Red Velvet Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Peppermint Red Velvet Cupcakes

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