Vegan Peppermint Chocolate Cupcakes

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups white sugar
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/4 cup vegan butter
• 5 candy canes (crushed)
• 1/4 cup vegetable shortening
• 1 1/3 cups plant-based milk ((such as soy or almond))
• 1/3 cups light oil ((such as canola or vegetable))
• 1 - 2 tablespoons plant-based milk ((such as soy or almond), if needed)