Low Fat Mini Vanilla Cupcakes
Delightfully light and irresistibly sweet, Low Fat Mini Vanilla Cupcakes are the perfect guilt-free treat for any occasion. These bite-sized delights feature simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and granulated sugar, paired with low-fat buttermilk and unsweetened applesauce for a moist texture without the extra calories. The subtle hint of pure vanilla perfectly complements their soft, fluffy crumb, while the recipe’s easy prep and quick bake time make them a go-to choice for busy bakers. With just 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes in the oven, you'll have 24 adorable mini cupcakes ready to enjoy. Ideal for parties, dessert platters, or a lighter snack, these low-fat cupcakes offer all the indulgence without the guilt!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 1 piece large egg white
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line mini muffin tins with cupcake liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar and unsweetened applesauce. Stir until well mixed.
Add the low-fat buttermilk, egg white, and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture. Whisk until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the cupcakes dense.
Using a small spoon or cookie scoop, evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
952 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1542 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.3 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 467 mg | 10% | |
*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.
