Healthy Chocolate Cupcakes
Enjoy these nutritious and delicious chocolate cupcakes made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for a guilt-free treat.
Ingredients
dry ingredients
- 1 cup flour (For low carb: Keto Chocolate Cupcakes)
- 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
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cupcake tin.
- Mix dry ingredients in a bowl, then add wet ingredients and stir until combined.
- Divide batter into cupcake liners, filling about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then cool before frosting or serving.
- For best flavor, let sit overnight covered loosely.
Notes
Using ripe applesauce or mashed banana adds moisture and flavor.