Description
Delight in these fluffy vegan cupcakes, perfect for any occasion. Moist and sweet, topped with colorful frosting, they’re sure to brighten your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the applesauce, almond milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fill each cupcake liner about three-quarters full with batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool for 5 minutes in the tin before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- For added flavor, try substituting vanilla extract with almond extract or incorporate citrus zest.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg