Festive Peppermint Swirl Cupcakes
These delightful Festive Peppermint Swirl Cupcakes are a whimsical treat bursting with minty flavor and a vibrant green swirl. Created on a whim, these cupcakes combine a moist, buttery batter infused with peppermint extract and topped with a rich, airy frosting (feel free to get creative with your frosting!). They're perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you're in the mood for something sweet and refreshing. With a simple technique of swirling, these cupcakes present beautifully and taste even better. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy yet elegant dessert!
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
self-raising flour
1 2/3 cups (sifted)
butter
125 g (melted)
milk
2/3 cup (room temperature)
sugar
1/3 cup (granulated)
medium eggs
2 (beaten)
peppermint extract
3 drops (none)
green food coloring
3 drops (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
2
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat until almost completely melted. Remove from heat and let the residual heat finish melting the butter. Allow it to cool for about 5 minutes.
3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined and frothy. Gradually whisk in the cooled melted butter until the mixture is smooth.
4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour and sugar. Make a well in the center and pour in the egg and butter mixture. Stir until everything is combined, ensuring there are no lumps of flour or sugar.
5
In a clean medium bowl, take 1/4 to 1/3 of the batter and add the peppermint extract and green food coloring. Mix until evenly colored.
6
Spoon the plain batter first into the prepared cupcake tin, filling each liner about halfway. Then, add spoonfuls of the peppermint batter on top of the plain batter.
7
Using a skewer, gently swirl the two batters together in each liner, being careful not to over-mix.
8
Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they have risen and are lightly golden on top.
9
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Top with your favorite frosting or decoration.
10
Sit back, relax, and enjoy these delicious peppermint swirl creations!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Festive Peppermint Swirl Cupcakes?
They are moist, buttery cupcakes infused with peppermint extract and featuring a vibrant green swirl.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 180°C (350°F).
How should I prepare the muffin tin?
Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
How do I melt the butter for this recipe?
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat until almost completely melted, then let the residual heat finish the job.
How long should the melted butter cool?
Allow the melted butter to cool for approximately 5 minutes before adding it to the egg mixture.
What is the first step for the wet ingredients?
Whisk the eggs and milk together in a medium bowl until they are well combined and frothy.
How do I combine the butter with the eggs?
Gradually whisk the cooled melted butter into the egg and milk mixture until smooth.
What dry ingredients are needed?
You will need 1 2/3 cups of sifted self-raising flour and 1/3 cup of granulated sugar.
How do I mix the dry and wet ingredients?
Make a well in the center of the flour and sugar mixture and pour in the egg and butter mixture.
What consistency should the batter have?
The batter should be stirred until everything is combined and there are no lumps of flour or sugar.
How do I create the peppermint swirl batter?
Take 1/4 to 1/3 of the plain batter and mix it with peppermint extract and green food coloring.
How much peppermint extract is used?
The recipe calls for 3 drops of peppermint extract.
How much green food coloring is required?
You should use 3 drops of green food coloring for the swirl.
How do I fill the cupcake liners?
Fill each liner about halfway with the plain batter first, then add spoonfuls of the peppermint batter on top.
How do I achieve the swirl effect?
Use a skewer to gently swirl the two batters together in each liner, taking care not to over-mix.
How long do the cupcakes bake?
Bake them for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
How do I know the cupcakes are finished baking?
They are done when they have risen and the tops are lightly golden.
How should the cupcakes be cooled?
Let them cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
What kind of frosting should I use?
You can use any of your favorite frostings or decorations; a rich, airy frosting is recommended.
Is self-raising flour necessary?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for 1 2/3 cups of sifted self-raising flour.
What size eggs should I use?
The recipe requires 2 medium eggs, beaten.
Should the milk be at a specific temperature?
The recipe suggests using 2/3 cup of milk at room temperature.
What type of sugar is best?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of granulated sugar.
How many cupcakes does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed for a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
Is this recipe suitable for holidays?
Yes, these festive cupcakes are perfect for holiday gatherings.
Can I use a different color for the swirl?
While the recipe uses green, you could get creative and use other colors if desired.
What tools do I need for the batter?
You will need a saucepan, mixing bowls, a whisk, a spoon, and a skewer for swirling.
How do I ensure the cupcakes are moist?
Following the ratio of melted butter and milk helps ensure a moist, buttery texture.
Can I add other decorations?
Yes, the instructions encourage getting creative with your favorite frosting or decorations.
Are these cupcakes easy to make?
Yes, they use a simple swirling technique that presents beautifully and is easy to execute.