High Protein Chocolate Cupcakes
Indulge guilt-free with these High Protein Chocolate Cupcakes—a perfect blend of rich cocoa flavor and wholesome nutrition! Made with whole wheat pastry flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a scoop of vanilla protein powder, these cupcakes deliver the decadence of chocolate while supporting your health goals. Greek yogurt adds moisture and a boost of protein, while semi-sweet chocolate chips bring irresistible bursts of sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and 18 minutes of baking, this high-protein dessert recipe is ideal for fitness enthusiasts and chocoholics alike. Whether you enjoy them post-workout or as a midday treat, these fluffy, moist cupcakes are proof that healthy baking can be absolutely delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 units large eggs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and vanilla protein powder. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer, about 3 minutes.
Add the Greek yogurt and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until the batter comes together; do not overmix.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your high-protein chocolate cupcakes as a nutritious treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.1 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.3 g | 451% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 660 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 2065 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.1 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.2 g | 226% | |
| Total Sugars | 158.9 g | ||
| Protein | 96.7 g | 193% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 703 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 28.3 mg | 157% | |
| Potassium | 2926 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
