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Healthy Chocolate Cupcakes

Decadent Healthy Chocolate Cupcakes You'll Absolutely Love

These Healthy Chocolate Cupcakes offer a guilt-free indulgence with low calories and customizable options for various diets.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup spelt flour or substitute with oat flour for gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup Dutch cocoa powder or use standard cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar or regular sugar/xylitol for sugar-free
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup water or unsweetened applesauce for added moisture
  • 1/2 cup applesauce or mashed banana as an alternative
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil optional
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Optional Topping Ideas
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting
  • 1/2 cup chocolate glaze for drizzling

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • cupcake tin
  • Oven
  • wire rack

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your cupcake tin by greasing it or lining it with parchment cups to avoid sticking.
  2. Combine your dry ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix together the spelt flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, Dutch cocoa powder, coconut sugar, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
  3. Mix your wet ingredients in another bowl. Whisk together water, applesauce, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar until well blended.
  4. Combine the wet and dry mixtures gently until just mixed. Be careful not to overmix, as this can affect the fluffiness of your Healthy Chocolate Cupcakes.
  5. Scoop the batter into your prepared cupcake tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake in your preheated oven for 20 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool the cupcakes in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional Finishing Touch
  1. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple chocolate glaze for a delightful finish!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 130mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Allowing cupcakes to rest overnight enhances their flavor and texture. Accurate measurements are crucial for consistent results. Avoid using coconut flour unless experienced, as it absorbs moisture.

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