Chocolate-Mint Cupcakes

Chocolate-Mint Cupcakes
10 min.
100
44kcal

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Indulge your senses with our delightful Chocolate-Mint Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any occasion! These cupcakes are not just a dessert; they are a celebration of flavors that will leave your guests craving more. Imagine the rich, velvety taste of chocolate combined with the refreshing essence of mint, creating a harmonious blend that dances on your palate.

In just 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch of these scrumptious cupcakes that serve a crowd of 100. Whether you're hosting a party, celebrating a special event, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these cupcakes are sure to impress. The secret lies in the use of German chocolate cake mix, which provides a moist and decadent base, while the addition of crème de menthe chocolate mints elevates the flavor profile to new heights.

Top them off with a luscious Chocolate Buttercream frosting, infused with even more minty goodness, and you have a dessert that is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Garnish with shaved chocolate mints for an extra touch of elegance. These Chocolate-Mint Cupcakes are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a treat for the eyes, making them the perfect centerpiece for your dessert table.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistible cupcakes that are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 100 servings chocolate 
  • 0.3 cup crème de cassis liqueur finely chopped thin
  • large eggs 
  • 18.3 oz chocolate cake mix 
  • 16 oz cream sour
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Beat first 5 ingredients at low speed with an electric mixer just until dry ingredients are moistened. Increase speed to medium, and beat 3 to 4 minutes or until smooth, stopping to scrape bowl as needed.
  2. Place paper baking cups in muffin pans, and coat with cooking spray; spoon batter evenly into baking cups, filling each two-thirds full.
  3. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 minutes; remove cupcakes from pans to wire racks, and cool 1 hour or until completely cool.
  4. Prepare Chocolate Buttercream as directed, stirring in 1/4 cup finely chopped thin crme de menthe chocolate mints.
  5. Spread cupcakes evenly with Chocolate Buttercream.
  6. Garnish with shaved or chopped thin crme de menthe chocolate mints, if desired.
  7. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Andes Creme de Menthe Thins.

Nutrition Facts

Calories44kcal
Protein5.21%
Fat51.71%
Carbs43.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0.93
Glycemic Load
0.23
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.81478259825836%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:44kcal
2.2%
Fat:2.59g
3.98%
Saturated Fat:1.15g
7.19%
Carbohydrates:4.85g
1.62%
Net Carbohydrates:4.67g
1.7%
Sugar:2.91g
3.23%
Cholesterol:7.62mg
2.54%
Sodium:49.35mg
2.15%
Alcohol:0.19g
100%
Alcohol %:1.86%
100%
Protein:0.59g
1.17%
Phosphorus:21.01mg
2.1%
Selenium:1.15µg
1.65%
Iron:0.28mg
1.56%
Copper:0.03mg
1.42%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.36%
Calcium:13.28mg
1.33%
Magnesium:4.15mg
1.04%
Source:My Recipes