Peppermint Brownie Muffins
Servings: 12 Servings
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter
- ⅔ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ tsp. salt
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅔ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 12 white chocolate peppermint truffle candies We used Lindt brand.
- ¼ cup candy canes crushed, optional garnish
Instructions
- Prepare a regular sized muffin pan by spraying with non-stick cooking spray. Preheat the oven to 350°F. You can use a 12 count pan or two 6 count pans.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and chocolate chips. Heat in 15 to 20 second intervals until melted, stirring well between each interval.¾ cup unsalted butter, ⅔ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- Add the sugar, eggs, vanilla, and salt and stir until combined.1 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract, ½ tsp. salt
- Sift in the flour, cocoa powder and cornstarch and mix just until no dry patches remain.¾ cup all-purpose flour, ⅔ cup cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Scoop the batter into the muffin wells, filling each about ¾ of the way full.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes. While the brownies bake, unwrap the truffles and set aside.
- Remove the brownies from the oven, and place one truffle in the center of each brownie while they are still hot. Gently press a truffle into the center of each brownie a little more than halfway.12 white chocolate peppermint truffle candies
- Let the brownies cool until they feel sturdy enough to remove from the pan. Sprinkle with the crushed candy canes and serve.¼ cup candy canes
- See post for tips, FAQs, and storage options.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 muffin. Actual calories will vary.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
Nutrition Facts
Peppermint Brownie Muffins
Serving Size
1 muffin
Amount per Serving
Calories
344
% Daily Value*
Fat
21
g
32
%
Saturated Fat
12
g
75
%
Trans Fat
0.5
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
6
g
Cholesterol
61
mg
20
%
Sodium
122
mg
5
%
Potassium
188
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
38
g
13
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
28
g
31
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
403
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
0.1
mg
0
%
Calcium
45
mg
5
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
