Low Fat and Low Cholesterol Chocolate Cupcakes

Indulge in guilt-free decadence with these Low Fat and Low Cholesterol Chocolate Cupcakes, the perfect treat for health-conscious dessert lovers. Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce, non-fat Greek yogurt, and honey, these moist and fluffy cupcakes are rich in chocolate flavor while keeping saturated fat and cholesterol to a minimum. A splash of non-dairy milk and the option to sprinkle dark chocolate chips on top make these cupcakes a delightful, customizable sweet fix. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short bake, this recipe delivers a healthier twist on a classic favorite, ideal for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.33 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.33 cup Non-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 0.33 cup Honey
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 large Egg whites
• 0.5 cup Non-dairy milk (e.g., almond or oat milk)
• 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 cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth. Then, whisk in the egg whites and non-dairy milk.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. If desired, sprinkle a few dark chocolate chips on top of each cupcake for added flavor.

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 them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Once cooled, serve and enjoy your low fat and low cholesterol chocolate cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(615.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	874.9

Total Fat 30.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 3.2mg	0%
Sodium 1893.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.5g	0%
Total Sugars 107.5g
Protein 36.0g	0%

Vitamin D 50IU	0%
Calcium 386.6mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 1708.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.9%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 62.1%