Healthified Chocolate Frosted Cupcakes

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Healthified Chocolate Frosted Cupcakes
80 min.
12
176kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth without the guilt with these Healthified Chocolate Frosted Cupcakes! Perfectly moist and rich in flavor, these delightful treats are a healthier twist on a classic dessert, making them an ideal choice for any occasion. With only 176 calories per cupcake, you can enjoy a delicious dessert that won't derail your healthy eating goals.

These cupcakes are not only popular among dessert lovers, but they also boast a simple preparation time of just 80 minutes, making them a fantastic option for both novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. The combination of unsweetened cocoa and a touch of vanilla creates a decadent chocolate flavor that will satisfy even the most discerning chocolate cravings.

What sets these cupcakes apart is their light and fluffy texture, achieved by using egg whites and fat-free milk, ensuring that you can enjoy a treat that feels indulgent without the extra calories. Topped with a smooth and creamy chocolate frosting, these cupcakes are sure to impress your family and friends at gatherings, parties, or simply as a delightful after-dinner treat.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a batch of these scrumptious Healthified Chocolate Frosted Cupcakes. They are not just a dessert; they are a celebration of flavor and health, proving that you can have your cake and eat it too!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  •  egg whites 
  • tablespoons skim milk fat-free (skim)
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose gold medal®
  • 0.7 cup granulated sugar 
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoons vanilla 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted 68% softened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. In medium bowl, beat all cupcake ingredients except egg whites with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds; beat on medium speed 1 minute.
  4. Add egg whites; beat on medium speed 1 minute. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  5. Bake 28 to 32 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and tops just begin to brown. Cool 2 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  6. In medium bowl, mix powdered sugar, cocoa, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 teaspoons vanilla and 1 tablespoon of the milk with electric mixer on low speed. Gradually beat in just enough of remaining milk to make frosting smooth and spreadable.
  7. Spread frosting over cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories176kcal
Protein5.71%
Fat11.47%
Carbs82.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.53
Glycemic Load
15.09
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.1691304261432%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.16mg
Epicatechin
3.52mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:175.9kcal
8.79%
Fat:2.3g
3.54%
Saturated Fat:0.56g
3.47%
Carbohydrates:37.37g
12.46%
Net Carbohydrates:36.35g
13.22%
Sugar:26.03g
28.92%
Cholesterol:0.04mg
0.01%
Sodium:137.52mg
5.98%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.55%
100%
Caffeine:4.12mg
1.37%
Protein:2.58g
5.16%
Selenium:6.35µg
9.08%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.06%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.99%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.45%
Folate:24.75µg
6.19%
Iron:0.93mg
5.17%
Copper:0.09mg
4.54%
Phosphorus:41.21mg
4.12%
Vitamin B3:0.82mg
4.1%
Fiber:1.02g
4.06%
Calcium:36.87mg
3.69%
Magnesium:13.07mg
3.27%
Vitamin A:86.01IU
1.72%
Potassium:58.08mg
1.66%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.5%