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BROWNIE CUPCAKES WITH PEPPERMINT BARK FOR CHRISTMAS RECIPE

Brownie Cupcakes are the best. But when you add in the flavor of peppermint as well, you’ve just taken a step to create the perfect holiday cupcakes. If you’re searching for simple Peppermint Cupcakes that are perfect for the cooler weather, you’re going to love this delicious and simple recipe!

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INGREDIENTS – 1 box brownie mix – 7 eggs – 2/3 cup of oil – 1 cup of milk – 1 box vanilla cake mix – 1 cup of heavy cream – 2 teaspoons of red food coloring gel – 1/2 cup of crushed Ghirardelli peppermint bark – 1 cup of butter, softened – 1 cup of Crisco – 1 Tablespoon vanilla – 2 Tablespoons heavy cream – 5 cups powdered sugar

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Start by using a mixing bowl and mixer and mix together the brownie mix, eggs, oil, and milk until smooth.

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Once done, take your cupcakes liners and put them in the muffin pan. Then, scoop out and fill 1/2 full with the newly mixed brownie batter. Set aside.

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Grab another mixing bowl and add the vanilla cake mix, eggs, oil, and heavy cream. Blend on high for 2 minutes. Make certain that you're scraping off the sides and mixing more. 

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Grab the peppermint bark and cup into small pieces. Add in the crushed bark to the mixing bowl and mix well.

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Next, add in the red food coloring and make a fun swirl, but don't mix together completely. Then, fill the cupcake liners with the cake batter directly on top of the already poured brownie batter. 

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