Desserts

Candy Cane Cupcakes

December 30, 2012

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Nothing says winter like mint and chocolate. These candy cane cupcakes are the perfect way to usher in the holidays!

For Cupcakes:
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup sour cream
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp mint extract
2 eggs
1 3/4 cup flour
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup boiling water

For Mint Buttercream:
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 lb powdered sugar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp mint extract
splash of milk
Mini candy canes for garnish

For Cupcakes: Preheat oven to 350. Line muffin pan with liners. In the bowl of your mixer, combine oil, sugars, sour cream, and extracts until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Mix on...
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Nutritions

Calories
241

Sodium
143mg
5% DV

Fat
14g
21% DV

Protein
2g
4% DV

Carbs
29g
9% DV

Fiber
1g
6% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 9g 49%

Polysaturated Fat 0.78g 4%

Monosaturated Fat 3g 20%

Cholesterol 24mg 8%

Sodium 143mg 5%

Potassium 115mg 3%

Protein 2g 4%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 1g 6%

Sugar 20g 40%

Vitamin A 287IU 5%

Vitamin B6 0.25mg 12%

Vitamin C 0.6mg 1%

Calcium 37mg 3%

Iron 0.9700000000000001mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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