Decadent and Refreshing Mint Devil's Food Cupcakes Recipe

These mouthwatering Mint Devil's Food Cupcakes combine the irresistible flavor of devil's food cake with a refreshing hint of mint. Topped with a creamy mint frosting and garnished with chocolate shavings, these cupcakes are perfect for any special occasion or a delightful treat anytime. The combination of rich, chocolaty cake and cool mint makes these cupcakes a crowd favorite. Follow this simple recipe to create a batch of these delectable and impressive cupcakes that will leave everyone wanting more.

Ingredients

• 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Green food coloring
• Chocolate shavings for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
3. Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until smooth.
4. While mixing on low speed, gradually add the boiling water. Continue mixing until the batter is well combined.
5. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
7. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.
9. Add a few drops of green food coloring to the frosting and mix well until desired mint color is achieved.
10. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, generously frost each cupcake with the mint frosting.
11. Garnish the frosted cupcakes with chocolate shavings.
12. Serve the Mint Devil's Food Cupcakes and enjoy!

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