Sugar-Free Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting

Indulge guilt-free with these decadent Sugar-Free Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting, a perfect treat for those embracing a low-sugar or keto-friendly lifestyle. Made with a wholesome blend of almond and coconut flours, these cupcakes are naturally gluten-free and lightly sweetened with a sugar substitute like erythritol or monk fruit. The rich and fluffy vanilla buttercream frosting, crafted with powdered sugar substitute, adds a creamy, luxurious finishing touch. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these cupcakes are ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Their classic vanilla flavor, moist texture, and elegant appearance make them a crowd-pleasing dessert that everyone can enjoy without the sugar crash.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Almond flour
• 0.25 cup Coconut flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar substitute (like erythritol or monk fruit sweetener)
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 4 Large eggs
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (for frosting)
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar substitute (like powdered erythritol)
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for frosting)
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut flour, granulated sugar substitute, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, eggs, unsweetened almond milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.

Step 5

Evenly distribute the batter among the 12 muffin liners, filling each about 3/4 full.

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 allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.

Step 8

To make the frosting, beat the unsalted butter (softened) in a large bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.

Step 9

Gradually add the powdered sugar substitute, 1/4 cup at a time, while continuing to mix.

Step 10

Add the vanilla extract and heavy cream, and beat until the frosting is smooth and creamy.

Step 11

Spread or pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy your sugar-free vanilla cupcakes with buttercream frosting!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1313.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4223.6

Total Fat 420.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 205.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1549.0mg	0%
Sodium 1701.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 429.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.9g	0%
Total Sugars 11.5g
Protein 74.7g	0%

Vitamin D 320.6IU	0%
Calcium 817.1mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 612.7mg	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: 65.2%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 29.6%