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Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes

Indulge in these moist and fluffy Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes, topped with creamy ganache! A guilt-free treat everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Paleo
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes:
  • 1 cup Cocoa Powder unsweetened, high-quality
  • 1 cup Almond Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder gluten-free
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Oil melted
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Applesauce
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Sugar
  • 3 large Egg Whites
  • 1 cup Coffee or Almond Milk brewed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
For the Ganache:
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Milk full-fat, canned
  • 1/2 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, and kosher salt.
  3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, unsweetened applesauce, coconut sugar, and egg whites. Whisk until smooth, then add the coffee or almond milk and vanilla extract.
  4. Step 4: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a spatula until just combined.
  5. Step 5: Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Step 6: Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each liner about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  8. Step 8: For the ganache, heat the coconut milk until it’s just about to simmer. Pour over the remaining chocolate chips and stir until smooth.
  9. Step 9: Frost the cooled cupcakes with the ganache using a spatula or piping bag.
  10. Step 10: Serve your Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes at room temperature or chilled.

Notes

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.
  • Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting to avoid melting.