Healthy but Delicious Devil's Food Cupcakes
Indulge in guilt-free decadence with these *Healthy but Delicious Devil's Food Cupcakes*, a delightful twist on the classic chocolate treat. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat pastry flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and non-fat Greek yogurt, these moist and rich cupcakes are naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and a touch of applesauce for a healthier take on dessert. A hint of vanilla extract enhances the deep chocolate flavor, while optional dark chocolate chips on top add a touch of extra indulgence. Quick and easy to prepare, these cupcakes bake to perfection in just 18 minutes, making them a fantastic option for a health-conscious dessert, snack, or special occasion. Whether enjoyed plain or topped with a light frosting, these better-for-you cupcakes prove that you don’t have to compromise on flavor to eat well! Perfect for those searching for “healthy chocolate desserts” or “low-fat cupcake recipes.”
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole wheat pastry flour
- 0.5 cup Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 0.75 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (non-fat or low-fat)
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup Milk (almond, oat, or regular)
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Dark chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the coconut sugar, Greek yogurt, applesauce, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. If using dark chocolate chips, sprinkle them on top of the batter.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
Step 7
Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 8
Serve as is, or pair with your favorite light frosting for extra indulgence. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (785.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1870.4 |
| Total Fat 45.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 223.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1979.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 384.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 63.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 213.7g | |
| Protein 59.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 78.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 505.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3197.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories