Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes

Did you know that cocoa powder, the main ingredient in chocolate, is rich in antioxidants and can provide various health benefits?

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Coconut oil
• ¹⁄₂ cup Maple syrup
• ³⁄₄ cup Almond milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Vegan chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the coconut oil, maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the vegan chocolate chips.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Once cooled, frost the cupcakes with your favorite vegan frosting, if desired.
9. Enjoy your delicious vegan chocolate cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 20g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.