Chocolate Avocado Cupcakes
Moist and decadent chocolate cupcakes made with the secret ingredient of creamy avocado. These guilt-free treats are perfect for chocolate lovers looking for a healthier option without compromising on taste.
ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups whole wheat flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup coconut sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- Mini dark chocolate chips, for garnish (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a cupcake tray with liners.
- 2.
In a blender, puree the avocado, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- 3.
In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 4.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the avocado mixture, coconut oil, dark chocolate chips, and maple syrup. Stir until well combined.
- 5.
Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about three-quarters full.
- 6.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 7.
Remove from the oven and allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- 8.
Decorate with mini dark chocolate chips, if desired.
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