Weight Watchers Chocolate Cupcakes
Indulge guilt-free with these heavenly Weight Watchers Chocolate Cupcakes, a perfect treat for anyone watching their calorie intake without compromising on flavor. These moist, rich cupcakes feature unsweetened cocoa and a touch of mini chocolate chips for a decadent chocolate experience, balanced by the natural sweetness of applesauce and a sugar substitute. With only 10 minutes of prep and a light, airy texture thanks to low-fat milk and a perfectly portioned batter, this recipe delivers satisfaction in just 15 minutes of baking time. Each cupcake is a portion-controlled delight, making them ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying on track with your goals. Enjoy these reinvented classics as-is or add a light dusting of powdered sugar for a finishing touch! Perfect for gatherings, snack time, or a guilt-free dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.33 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar substitute (such as Stevia or Splenda)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners or lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the applesauce, sugar substitute, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Add the egg to the wet mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined after each addition.
If using, gently fold in the mini chocolate chips to the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, serve and enjoy your Weight Watchers-friendly chocolate cupcakes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
927 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.2 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1399 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.0 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.0 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.6 g | ||
| Protein | 40.1 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 303 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 19.9 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 1539 mg | 33% | |
*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.
