We're back on the cake mix bandwagon, my friends!---but this time: chocolate cake mix. These cupcakes require 1 cup of cake mix from a box of chocolate devil's food cake mix. If you're curious about the exact type of cake mix, here is a link.
Do not buy cake mix that comes with a pudding or chocolate sauce packet. Chocolate cake mix that says 'the pudding is already in the mix' is totally fine. I feel like I shouldn't have to say this, but just in case you were thinking it: no, brownie mix will not work. But thanks for the idea, I will definitely work on some scaled down desserts using a brownie mix in the future!
This recipe makes just 6 chocolate cupcakes. They bake up perfectly, and the ganache dip with crushed candy canes couldn't be easier. I had leftover crushed candy canes from my Peppermint Mocha Affogato, and instantly knew that their destiny was a wet pool of ganache.
I can think of lots of occasions where you want to give someone a sweet treat, but 2 dozen cupcakes is overkill. Everyone loves a small batch of cupcakes. You can dress up the top of the cupcakes however you like: instead of crushed candy canes, would you fancy sprinkles? Mini chocolate chips? Chopped nuts? Endless possibilities from 1 cup of cake mix. Life is sweet, isn't it?
Yield: 6 cupcakes This recipe starts with a small portion of boxed cake mix! Save the rest for another recipe, and search for other recipes to use it in my cake mix recipes. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.Chocolate Peppermint Crunch Cupcakes {cake mix}
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 588Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 675mgCarbohydrates: 97gFiber: 2gSugar: 59gProtein: 7g
Amanda says
Hi! I was just wondering, if I put this batter into mini springform pans, how many would I need? I want to order pans and they come in a three pack or four. Just trying to figure out what I would need. Thank you so much for your time! =)
Christina Lane says
Hi Amanda!
Thanks for writing.
I literally have no idea. Do you know how much batter the springform pans hold? Does it look like the same size as cupcakes? Personally, I wouldn't bake these in springform pans. Cupcake batter is meant to cling to the sides of the cupcake wrappers and climb up to help them rise. I can't say this recipe will work in an alternate pan because I haven't tried it. I would make cheesecakes in spring form pans :) I have a few of those recipes on this site :)
Best of luck!
Sahana says
Hi Christina,
I love your website and have made many recipes to satisfy my sweet tooth. I love that the portions are small; makes me feel less guilty that I am baking so much. I am celebrating my sons birthday next week and I got the idea to make 5 types of cupcakes because its his 5th birthday. Your site works the best because I can make small quantities of each.
I am going to be baking them a day in advance. This recipe mentions that the cupcakes should not be in the fridge for more than 30 mins to avoid issues with the mint. How do you recommend that I store it? Is room-temp fine?
Thanks!
Ana says
Could I use mint instead of peppermint extract? Will scaling down on the amount of mint extract help?
Christina Lane says
Sure!