Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with these Ultimate Double Chocolate Cupcakes. Rich, moist, and bursting with chocolatey goodness, these cupcakes are perfect for any chocolate lover. Each cupcake is infused with double the chocolate, featuring chocolate spread and chocolate chips in the batter, and topped with a creamy chocolate frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes are sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings and leave you wanting more.
Why You'll Love This: These Double Chocolate Cupcakes are a dream come true for anyone who loves chocolate. The combination of applesauce and coconut yogurt keeps the cupcakes moist and tender, while the chocolate spread and chocolate chips add layers of rich, chocolatey flavor. The addition of vegan chocolate protein powder makes these cupcakes a bit more nutritious without sacrificing taste. Topped with a velvety chocolate frosting and festive sprinkles, these cupcakes are not only delicious but also visually stunning. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, these cupcakes are easy to make and guaranteed to impress.
Perfect Occasion: These cupcakes are perfect for any occasion where you want to impress with a decadent homemade treat. They are ideal for birthdays, holiday celebrations, and parties, offering a rich and satisfying dessert that everyone will love. These cupcakes also make a wonderful gift for friends and family, showcasing your baking skills and love for chocolate. Enjoy them as a special treat during the holidays, or simply as a delightful dessert to brighten your day.
Decoration Tips: To make your Double Chocolate Cupcakes even more appealing, consider adding some decorative touches. After frosting the cupcakes, top them with festive sprinkles or 100’s & 1000’s for a fun and colorful finish. You can also drizzle some melted chocolate over the frosting for an extra touch of decadence. For a more elegant look, add a sprinkle of edible glitter or gold dust. These simple decorations will make your cupcakes look as stunning as they taste.
Ingredients:
Cupcakes:
- 120g applesauce or apple puree
- 275g coconut yogurt
- 80g chocolate spread
- 80g coconut sugar
- 60g vegan chocolate protein powder
- 90g gluten-free plain flour
- 25g cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 100g chocolate chips
Frosting:
- 100g dairy-free butter
- 80g chocolate spread
- 10g cocoa powder, sifted
- 30g powdered sugar, sifted
- 20g vegan chocolate protein powder
Toppings:
- 100’s & 1000’s or sprinkles
Method:
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (338°F) and line a muffin tray with 9-10 cupcake cases.
- In a large bowl, combine the applesauce or apple puree, coconut yogurt, chocolate spread, and coconut sugar. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
- Add the vegan chocolate protein powder, gluten-free plain flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and chocolate chips to the bowl. Fold the ingredients together until fully combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake cases, smoothing out the tops. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Set the cupcakes aside to cool.
- To prepare the frosting, beat the dairy-free butter and chocolate spread together in a medium bowl using a handheld beater until well combined.
- Add the sifted cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and vegan chocolate protein powder to the bowl. Beat again until the frosting is smooth, light, and fluffy.
- Pipe or spread the frosting onto each cooled cupcake. Top with 100’s & 1000’s or sprinkles for decoration. Serve and enjoy!
These Ultimate Double Chocolate Cupcakes are the perfect indulgence for any chocolate lover. Enjoy!