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"Are they a brownie or are they a cupcake?" There's no wrong answer to this question, I tell my first-grade students. I found the recipe when I began teaching nearly 20 years ago. I grew up on a farm in north-central Alberta and love to bake for my husband, a psychologist, and our children. —Carol Maertz, Spruce Grove, Alberta
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Editor's Note: If mint chocolate chips are not available, place 2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips and 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract in a plastic bag; seal and toss to coat. Allow chips to stand for 24-48 hours.
Nutritional Facts 1 cupcake equals 311 calories, 20 g fat (12 g saturated fat), 91 mg cholesterol, 94 mg sodium, 31 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 4 g protein.
Originally published as Mint Brownie Cupcakes in Country Woman May/June 2000, p31
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Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2012 by aspear
I replaced the mint extract with vanilla extract.
Reviewed on May. 29, 2012 by LucyNC2012
I was a little skeptical, with this recipe only calling for a half cup of flour, but they turned out great!! The icing is light and fluffy, and the cupcake has delicious flavor. The recipe has just the right amount of mint in it for a mild, yet flavorful dessert. I couldn't find mint chocolate chips, so I used regular chocolate chips and added some mint, as recommended in the tips-that worked great! Even my boyfriend, who does not like chocolate, loved these.
Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2011 by E.R.B
DEFINITELY A SUCCESS!!
Reviewed on Sep. 14, 2011 by cengley
I'd assume I've made the revised version and it turned out great I didn't have any fall in the middle. It made 9 cupcakes, I must have filled them a little too full. I didn't try the frosting though I liked the post below regarding using Creme de Menthe, will try that when I make them again.
Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2011 by delowenstein
I didn't try this out yet, but i plan on making this recipe! It sounds delicious! Dawn E. Lowenstein
Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2010 by KScales
Due to some of the comments here, we have reviewed the recipe and made a few changes. First, the muffin cups should be filled two-thirds full instead of half. That will produce a yield of 10. To prevent them from sinking in the middle, we've reduced the chocolate and omitted the baking powder. The cupcakes will have a brownie-like surface on top and will be slightly rounded.These changes have been reflected in the recipe printed here.Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Due to some of the comments here, we have reviewed the recipe and made a few changes. First, the muffin cups should be filled two-thirds full instead of half. That will produce a yield of 10. To prevent them from sinking in the middle, we've reduced the chocolate and omitted the baking powder. The cupcakes will have a brownie-like surface on top and will be slightly rounded.
These changes have been reflected in the recipe printed here.
Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2010 by shirleypozi
Every one fell in the middle (recipe said they could), only made 10 reguar-size cupcakes. The frosting flopped - too runny to use. Even tried adding powder sugar to salvage it, still runny. Followed everything to a tee, don't know what happened.
Reviewed on Mar. 22, 2010 by capotente89
I made them for Accepted Students Day to give out at my sorority's booth. It was a hug hit with the dads! It turned out more like mint chocolate chip cupcakes and I used butter cream frosting instead of the one listed.
Reviewed on Mar. 22, 2010 by MichelleKTrapp
These were great! Loaded with fat but worth it! I used Creme de Mint instead of food color & extract for the topping - very good!
Reviewed on Mar. 22, 2010 by mjohnise
Although I'm not a huge mint chocolate fan these were really yummy. My children loved them and they were a fun St. Patricks Day treat.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2010 by fruitsofthespirit9
This is an excellent recipe for St Patrick's Day!! My children and I love these. Turned out wonderful.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2010 by maggieaw
These turned out great- I was worried after reading the concerns of other readers. the measurements where perfect, not a problem.I made jumbo cupcakes and it made 6- I think it would make 16 mini cupcakes. It also made a huge amount of frosting, which because of whipped cream and marshmallows was light and airy. Next time Ill make a regular butter cream frosting for them. I didnt have the sinking problem either, so not sure what I did differently. Good cupcake. (i try them all!)
These turned out great- I was worried after reading the concerns of other readers. the measurements where perfect, not a problem.
I made jumbo cupcakes and it made 6- I think it would make 16 mini cupcakes. It also made a huge amount of frosting, which because of whipped cream and marshmallows was light and airy. Next time Ill make a regular butter cream frosting for them. I didnt have the sinking problem either, so not sure what I did differently. Good cupcake. (i try them all!)
Reviewed on Mar. 15, 2010 by Cherylhooper
are you surejust a 1/2 cup of flour for 16 cupcakes what size mini or regular size cup cake pans?
Reviewed on Mar. 15, 2010 by asnunez
Haven't made these yet, gonna wait for Lenten season to finish first. They sound so yummy
Reviewed on Mar. 15, 2010 by lindavsmith
Only 1/2 cup of flour for sixteen cupcakes? Is this correct?I only rated 1 star since I haven't tried them yet. I'm looking for an answer to my question.Thanks
Only 1/2 cup of flour for sixteen cupcakes? Is this correct?
I only rated 1 star since I haven't tried them yet. I'm looking for an answer to my question.
Thanks
Reviewed on Jan. 30, 2010 by angelasandoval
These have a delightful taste and texture but they sank so deep they were like crusts. Fortunately, the frosting is light enough to use quite a big dollop, almost like a filling. But with they were so fragile that they were difficult to eat. Wish I knew a way to keep them from sinking because they really were delicious!
Reviewed on Mar. 21, 2009 by carollm
These cupcakes are so moist, creamy and refreshing! Chocolate mint lovers will be delighted!! These have become a family and friend favorite! Can make up to two days ahead - better than when freshly baked.
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