Swirled Candy Cane Cupcakes

Dairy Free
Swirled Candy Cane Cupcakes
85 min.
24
169kcal

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Get ready to indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Swirled Candy Cane Cupcakes! Perfect for holiday gatherings or any sweet occasion, these cupcakes are not only visually stunning with their vibrant red and white marbled design, but they are also dairy-free, making them a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

Imagine biting into a soft, fluffy cupcake infused with the refreshing flavor of peppermint, reminiscent of the classic candy canes we all love during the holiday season. The combination of the light cake and the whipped fluffy frosting creates a heavenly texture that melts in your mouth, while the crushed peppermint candies on top add a delightful crunch and an extra burst of flavor.

With just 85 minutes of preparation and baking time, you can whip up a batch of 24 cupcakes that are sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're hosting a holiday party, attending a potluck, or simply treating yourself, these cupcakes are a festive treat that will bring joy to any dessert table. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the holiday baking begin!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix white
  • teaspoon peppermint extract 
  • teaspoon purple gel food coloring red
  • 12 oz fluffy frosting white
  • cup peppermint candies hard crushed ( 30)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. In large bowl, beat cake mix, water, oil, egg whites and peppermint extract with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Divide batter in half. To 1 portion, add food color; stir until uniform in color. In each muffin cup, place 2 tablespoons red batter; top with 2 tablespoons white batter. Swirl white batter through red batter with knife for marbled design.
  4. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  5. Frost cupcakes with frosting. Top each with crushed peppermint candies.

Nutrition Facts

Calories169kcal
Protein2.13%
Fat16.68%
Carbs81.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.71
Glycemic Load
8.83
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.9413043804791%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:168.55kcal
8.43%
Fat:3.09g
4.76%
Saturated Fat:0.84g
5.26%
Carbohydrates:33.87g
11.29%
Net Carbohydrates:33.63g
12.23%
Sugar:22.82g
25.35%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:175.38mg
7.63%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.17%
100%
Protein:0.89g
1.78%
Phosphorus:75.16mg
7.52%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.28%
Calcium:47.62mg
4.76%
Folate:16.21µg
4.05%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.21%
Vitamin B3:0.55mg
2.73%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.7%
Selenium:1.87µg
2.67%
Iron:0.44mg
2.46%
Vitamin K:2.42µg
2.31%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.23%