Peppermint Mocha Cupcakes

Ingredients

Cupcakes

• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Natural Cocoa Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and warm
• 2 large eggs
• ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee
• 1/2 cup hot coffee
• 3/4 cup chopped peppermint Andes

Peppermint Swiss Meringue Buttercream

• 5 large egg whites
• 1-1/2 cup sugar
• 4 sticks unsalted butter, diced and softened
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

Chocolate Pouring Sauce

• 2/3 cups dark chocolate
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 4 tablespoons powdered sugar, sifted
• 4-5 tablespoons water, warm

Preparation

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