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Healthy Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe

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Soft, moist, and packed with rich chocolate flavor, these healthy chocolate cupcakes are made with wholesome ingredients like coconut sugar, applesauce, and cocoa powder. Perfect for a guilt-free treat that satisfies your chocolate cravings without compromising on nutrition.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup flour (120g) (Suggestions: spelt flour, oat flour, white flour, or gluten-free all-purpose flour)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp Dutch cocoa powder or additional unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup coconut sugar or xylitol
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup applesauce or mashed banana
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil or additional water
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a cupcake tin to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, Dutch cocoa powder, coconut sugar (or xylitol), baking soda, and salt. Stir well until thoroughly mixed.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the water, applesauce (or mashed banana), coconut oil (or extra water), vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar to the dry ingredients. Mix until you form a smooth, even batter without lumps.
  4. Fill Cupcake Tins: Portion the batter evenly into the prepared cupcake tin, filling each cup about two thirds full to allow room for rising.
  5. Bake: Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out mostly clean.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely before frosting or serving. For enhanced flavor and texture, cover loosely and let cupcakes sit overnight at room temperature. This also helps liners peel off easily.

Notes

  • Spelt flour is preferred for best results, but oat flour, white flour, or gluten-free all-purpose flour can be used.
  • For a low-carb variation, substitute the flour with a keto-friendly alternative.
  • Using applesauce or mashed banana helps keep cupcakes moist and reduces fat content.
  • Letting cupcakes sit overnight improves their taste, texture, and ease of removing liners.
  • You can frost them as desired or enjoy them plain for a healthier option.

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