Description
North Pole Cupcakes are a delightful winter treat that bring the magic of the holiday season to your kitchen. With fluffy vanilla cupcakes infused with peppermint and topped with creamy frosting, these festive desserts are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family nights. Their enchanting appearance and irresistible flavors will have everyone asking for seconds. Create your own winter wonderland experience with this simple recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- Crushed candy canes (for topping)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder.
- 3. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- 4. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and peppermint extracts.
- 5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- 6. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter.
- 7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- 8. Cool cupcakes in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- 9. For frosting, beat powdered sugar, softened butter, milk, vanilla, and peppermint extract until creamy.
- 10. Frost cooled cupcakes and sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg