Weight Watchers Chocolate Cupcakes

Indulge guilt-free with these heavenly Weight Watchers Chocolate Cupcakes, a perfect treat for anyone watching their calorie intake without compromising on flavor. These moist, rich cupcakes feature unsweetened cocoa and a touch of mini chocolate chips for a decadent chocolate experience, balanced by the natural sweetness of applesauce and a sugar substitute. With only 10 minutes of prep and a light, airy texture thanks to low-fat milk and a perfectly portioned batter, this recipe delivers satisfaction in just 15 minutes of baking time. Each cupcake is a portion-controlled delight, making them ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying on track with your goals. Enjoy these reinvented classics as-is or add a light dusting of powdered sugar for a finishing touch! Perfect for gatherings, snack time, or a guilt-free dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.33 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar substitute (such as Stevia or Splenda)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Mini chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners or lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the applesauce, sugar substitute, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

Step 4

Add the egg to the wet mixture and mix until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined after each addition.

Step 6

If using, gently fold in the mini chocolate chips to the batter.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, serve and enjoy your Weight Watchers-friendly chocolate cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(698.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	927.4

Total Fat 27.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 229.1mg	0%
Sodium 1399.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.0g	0%
Total Sugars 28.6g
Protein 40.1g	0%

Vitamin D 104.2IU	0%
Calcium 303.3mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 1538.8mg	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: 22.5%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 62.8%