Low Sodium Chocolate Buns
Indulge in the irresistible charm of these Low Sodium Chocolate Buns—a guilt-free treat perfect for chocolate lovers looking to enjoy a healthier option! Crafted with unsweetened cocoa powder, dark chocolate chips, and unsalted butter, these buns pack all the rich, decadent flavor without excess sodium. The combination of fluffy, tender dough with melty pockets of chocolate makes them ideal for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and yielding 12 delicious servings, this easy recipe is perfect for bakers of any skill level. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing, low sodium delight that doesn’t compromise on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1.25 cups Buttermilk
- 0.75 cup Dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and granulated sugar until well combined.
In a separate bowl, melt the unsalted butter and let it cool slightly.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the melted butter and whisk until smooth.
Pour the buttermilk into the wet ingredients and mix well.
Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this will make the buns tough.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips gently until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake the chocolate buns in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the buns from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the low sodium chocolate buns warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3990 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.8 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.0 g | 455% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2457 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 617.5 g | 225% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.6 g | 231% | |
| Total Sugars | 241.5 g | ||
| Protein | 96.0 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 738 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 49.6 mg | 276% | |
| Potassium | 3741 mg | 80% | |
*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.
