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Healthy Vanilla Cupcakes

These Healthy Vanilla Cupcakes offer a delicious and nutritious treat, perfect for any occasion, balancing indulgence and health without guilt.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Provides the structure for the cupcakes.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cupcakes rise and achieve a light texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Works alongside baking soda for optimal leavening.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor and balances the sweetness.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Adds richness and moisture to the batter.
  • 1/2 cup real maple syrup Serves as a natural sweetener with a distinct flavor.
  • 3 large egg whites Contribute to the lightness and volume of each cupcake.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses a warm, aromatic flavor.
  • 1/2 cup oat milk Offers a creamy texture while being dairy-free.
  • 1/4 cup vanilla Greek yogurt Adds moisture and a hint of tanginess.
Frosting
  • 1 batch healthy vanilla buttercream frosting A lighter frosting for topping the cupcakes.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a cupcake tin with liners.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, add flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk and set aside.
Batter Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter for 30 – 60 seconds with an electric hand mixer or paddle attachment.
  2. Beat in maple syrup, egg whites, and vanilla on high for 1 – 2 minutes.
  3. Add dry ingredients in two increments, beating on medium until combined after each time.
  4. Add oat milk and beat on medium until combined (30 seconds or so).
  5. Fold in ¼ cup vanilla Greek yogurt with a rubber spatula.
Baking
  1. Fill each cup with batter until about ⅔ full.
  2. Bake for 15 – 20 minutes, checking at 12 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Decoration
  1. Cool on wire rack and frost with healthy homemade vanilla buttercream and sprinkles!

Notes

Room temperature ingredients yield a smoother batter. Don't overmix as this keeps the cupcakes light and fluffy. Start checking cupcakes for doneness at the 12-minute mark. Allow cooling completely before frosting to prevent melting.