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Flourless Chocolate Chia Cupcakes [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
These chocolatey treats are a healthier alternative to traditional cupcakes. Completely flourless, the "cake" is made from dark chocolate combined with coconut milk, chia seeds, and agar agar. It's topped with a cool, thick, and creamy coconut frosting that you'll want to eat by the spoonful. For decoration, use chopped... Read More
Ingredients You Need for Flourless Chocolate Chia Cupcakes [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
How to Prepare Flourless Chocolate Chia Cupcakes [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
To Make the Cupcake:
- In a pot, combine ingredients for the cupcakes except agar agar.
- Cook over gentle heat, stirring constantly, for 10 minutes. Add agar agar and cook for another minute.
- Pour into silicone cupcake moulds. Cool for 20 minutes, then transfer to the freezer for 2 hours.
To Make the Coconut Frosting:
- Open the can of coconut milk and scoop out the cream. Save the water for smoothies.
- In a large bowl or the bowl of a mixer, whip coconut milk until stiff peaks start to form. Add sugar and vanilla and continue to beat until stiff.
- Dollop over the cupcakes and serve.
Nutritional Information
Per Serving: Calories: 195 | Carbs: 17 g | Fat: 13 g | Protein: 2 g | Sodium: 29 mg | Sugar: 12 g
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Hi Inka
this recipe sounds amazing and the pic looks so yummy!! I am so going to try this! Just to clarify, when you say 2 cups of coconut milk for the butter do you mean cocunut milk to drink or the one in the can (i.e. the thick one to make curry) that you use for the frosting?
Thank you
miry