Peppermint Mocha Chocolate Cupcakes

Name: Peppermint Mocha Chocolate Cupcakes
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons coconut oil OR canola oil; 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 3 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped; 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs + 1 large egg yolk, at room temperature; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract; 1/2 cup full fat sour cream; 1/2 cup hot coffee; 3 cups confectioners sugar, sifted; 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted; 1 stick unsalted butter, very soft; 2 tablespoons sour cream; 3 to 4 tablespoons half and half (you can find this in the dairy aisle near the heavy cream); 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 1 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/2 cup crushed candy canes

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:20min

Super moist and decadent peppermint mocha cupcakes are topped with chocolate peppermint frosting and crushed candy canes! Perfect for the holiday season.

Updated at: Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:55:05 GMT