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How to make loquat crumble

April 10, 2021

Tart, sweet and covered with a buttery topping, a loquat crumble is the perfect way to use this seasonal fruit. An easy loquat jam is another great recipe to use up this abundant fruit.

loquat crumble in glass baking dish with antique spoon

Crumbles are a great dessert to make when you’re craving something sweet, but also want a low effort, comfort food style treat.

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How to grill lamb loin chops

April 5, 2021

Learn how to grill lamb loin chops with a few helpful tips. Following these simple guidelines will give you perfect grilled lamb loin chops every single time.

Lamb T-bones with garlic, lemon and rosemary on white platter with heads of roasted garlic

A flavorful marinade turns these lamb T-bones into a delicious and easy weeknight dinner.

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How to make a Guatemalan Curtido Recipe

March 31, 2021

This Guatemalan curtido recipe is quick and easy. Pickled vegetables, called curtido are traditionally eaten during Easter week. For a spicier pickle, try these pickled banana peppers.

Curtido de Guatemala in a glass bowl

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How to make strawberry key lime jam

March 29, 2021

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Strawberry key lime jam is a citrusy twist on the classic. Key limes add a bit more floral flavor and are slightly less acidic than regular grocery store limes. For another unique and delicious jam recipe, try this easy loquat jam.

strawberry key lime jam on antique spoon

Strawberries and limes are good together, just try this strawberry limeade for a refreshing summer sip.

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Citrus Biscotti #SpringSweetsWeek

March 26, 2021

Citrus biscotti are a delicious spring treat. Full of bright, citrus flavor, they are light and delicate. For a more decadent cookie, try my butter pecan biscotti.

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biscotti n plate with chocolate drizzle

Biscotti are the perfect treat alongside a cup of coffee or tea. They are made for dunking.

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Cream Cheese Cupcakes #SpringSweetsWeek

March 24, 2021

Cream cheese cupcakes are made with tangy cream cheese mixed into the batter for an extra moist cupcake. Topped with fluffy cream cheese frosting, they are the perfect treat for celebrating any occasion. Try topping them with my strawberry cream cheese frosting for a fruity twist.

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Cream cheese cupcakes with sprinkles

Perfect for spring or Easter weekend, these sweet little cupcakes are covered with festive sprinkles to make them extra cheery.

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No bake chocolate cheesecake #SpringSweetsWeek

March 22, 2021

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Decadent no bake chocolate cheesecake is a perfect dessert to make when you are craving something sweet, but don’t want to turn on the oven. Another summertime favorite are my no bake blueberry cheesecake bars.

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slice of no bake chocolate cheesecake on white plate with strawberry

No bake dessert lovers may want to check out these no bake lemon cheesecake parfaits too!

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One pan meatballs and mushroom orzo

March 15, 2021

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Weeknight dinners call for easy recipes like meatballs and mushroom orzo. This hearty one pan meal is ready in less than an hour. You can swap out the beef for these turkey meatballs to make this meal a little bit lighter.

One pan meatballs and mushroom orzo in red braiser pan with plates and forks in background.

One pan meals are a favorite around here. Weeknights are hectic and a simple dinner that only requires one pan to wash is always appreciated.

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Honey Chipotle Salmon Sheet Pan Recipe

March 11, 2021

Honey Chipotle Salmon, ready in under 30 minutes! A little sweet, a little spicy and a LOT delicious! This sheet pan dinner is great for weeknights. One pan means quick and easy clean up. Bake as many pieces as needed, this recipe is easy to scale up or down to fit your family’s needs.

Weeknight recipes need to be quick, easy and fairly light on effort. This sheet pan salmon checks all of those boxes and is also a great meal for meal prepping.

I actually prefer cold salmon over warm, so I make a few extra pieces for tossing in salads during the week.

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Devil’s Food Cupcakes with Mint Buttercream

March 9, 2021

Deep, dark devil’s food cupcakes with mint buttercream are the perfect treat for those who love the combination of chocolate and mint. These cupcakes, along with sweet Irish soda bread are my favorites for St. Patrick’s Day. Shaved chocolate mint candies are the perfect garnish for these tasty cupcakes.

Devil's food cupcakes with mint buttercream frosting

American buttercream made with crème de menthe makes this an adults-only cupcake, but there is a non-alcoholic version to make it kid-friendly!

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Devil’s Food cupcakes

I’ve made thousands of chocolate cupcakes in my lifetime, as I’m sure some of you have as well. You wait with anticipation for that dark chocolatey goodness only to find it falls short of being really chocolatey.

Does this sound familiar? That really takes the wind out of my sails.

If I’m promised a devil’s food cupcake, call me crazy, I want a super chocolatey cupcake. 

devils food cupcakes with green buttercream

After many versions, I’ve finally landed on a solid recipe for a devils food cupcake recipe that doesn’t leave me feeling like it didn’t quite hit the mark.

Chocolate mint cupcakes

For those of us who love the chocolate and mint combination, the best frosting for devil’s food cupcakes would be mint buttercream.

By topping the chocolatey cupcake with mint frosting, it tastes like mint aero cupcakes. That’s a chocolate mint candy bar from the UK that I discovered years ago in Canada. Sometimes I find them in the international aisle at the store.

Mint buttercream frosting

Green crème de menthe frosting tops this devils food cupcake to make these a fantastic sweet for St. Patrick’s day. 

mint buttercream in mixing bowl with pastry bag for devil's food cupcakes

The mint frosting recipe is super simple. It is an American buttercream, so no fussing with egg whites like you would for a Swiss meringue buttercream.

Butter and powdered sugar are beaten together until light and fluffy. This one has the addition of mint in the form of green crème de menthe.

If you would rather make it without the alcohol, there is a note in the recipe for doing just that. A couple of swaps and you have basically the same frosting without the alcohol.

How to Make Chocolate Curls for Garnish

This is a really easy thing to make that looks a bit posh. Get the rectangles of chocolate mint candies and stash them in the fridge. 

Using a vegetable peeler, gently pull the peeler toward you along the longest side of the candy. The lighter you press, the thinner it will be and it will curl a bit easier. If you press harder, the curl will be thicker and not quite as curly.

Devil's food cupcakes with creme de menthe frosting

You want the candy to be cool but not very cold. If it is too cold, it will be brittle and it’ll break into shards, which is also fun. 

After a few candies, you will quickly find your groove and what you like best. You’ll see what I mean when you make them. 

It is very easy to do, it just takes patience. If the candy breaks, just eat it and grab another piece. No one will be the wiser.

I really hope you love this recipe. If you make it, snap a pic and share it with me either in the Fabulous Foodie Friends Facebook group or on Instagram by tagging @pookspantry and using hashtag #pookspantry.

Here are a few more of our favorite cupcake recipes:

  • Vanilla Cupcakes with Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting
  • Peppermint Hot Chocolate Cupcakes
  • Ginger Cupcakes with Lemon Buttercream
  • Halloween Day of the Dead Chocolate Cupcakes

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Yield: 36 cupcakes

Devils Food Cupcakes with Mint Buttercream

devil's food cupcakes with creme de menthe buttercream on marble counter

Devil's food cupcakes with American buttercream flavored with crème de menthe for a 21+ treat.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Additional Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 31 minutes

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder, dark
  • 3/4 cup water, hot
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled
  • 3 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 sticks unsalted butter, room temp
  • 2 1/4 cups sugar
  • 4 eggs, large
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste or extract, I prefer Nielsen-Massey

For the Buttercream

  • 4 sticks unsalted butter, room temp
  • 2 lbs powdered sugar (2 boxes)
  • 1/4 cup green Creme de Menthe
  • *pinch kosher salt
  • Chocolate mint candies for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F / 177°C / Gas Mark 4.  Line cupcake pans with papers.   
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk cocoa and hot water together until smooth.  
  3. Let cool slightly, then whisk in sour cream and melted chocolate until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; set aside.
  5. Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes.  
  6. Add eggs, one at a time, beating to combine after each. Scrape down sides of bowl. Beat in vanilla.  
  7. With mixer on low speed, add flour mixture in two parts, alternating with the cocoa mixture and beginning and ending with the flour; beat until combined.
  8. Using a scoop (I used a size 20 scoop) divide batter evenly into cupcake liners. Bake for 16 - 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let cool completely before frosting.

Mint Buttercream

  1. Using an electric mixer, beat all ingredients together on low speed for one minute until combined, then at high for another 3 - 4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  2. Transfer into piping bag fitted with star tip & pipe frosting onto cupcakes. Garnish with shaved creme de menthe candy.

Notes

To make this recipe kid-friendly, omit the creme de menthe and replace with a drop of green food coloring and a teaspoon of peppermint extract.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

36

Serving Size:

1 cupcake

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 227Saturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 94mgCarbohydrates: 49gFiber: 1gSugar: 39gProtein: 2g

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Cuisine: American / Category: Desserts

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The recipe and photos have been updated from the original publish date of 03/13/13

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