Mini peppermint cupcakes

Peppermint cupcakes and frosting.

Cupcakes:

1 1/2 cup GF All-purpose flour

1 cup sugar

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1/3 cup cocoa powder

1 tbsp white vinegar

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp peppermint extract

1 cup water

1. Turn the oven on to 350°F and line the cupcake pan with liners.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients.

3. Add wet to dry ingredients and mix to combine. 40

4. Fill cupcake pan with 2 tbsp of mix.

5. Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Frosting:

1/2 cup DF butter softened

3 cup powdered sugar

2 tbsp DF milk

1/2 tsp peppermint extract

optional crushed peppermint candies for garnish

1. Beat butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and peppermint until you reach a spreadable consistency. Frost cupcakes and sprinkle with peppermint candies, if desired.