First, talk about the ingredients. You’ll need 1 and 1/2 cups of flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 1/2 cup almond milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Yes, that’s it. No need for eggs or butter. Not only does this make the s lighter in calories, but it also makes them vegan-friendly.
To start, preheat your oven to 375°F. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, mix together the applesauce, vegetable oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract.
Next, pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this may make the muffins tough.
Now comes the fun part – fill your muffin cups! You can use either paper liners or grease the muffin tin. Scoop the batter into each cup, filling about 3/4 full.
Bake the muffins for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
And that’s it – easy and light chocolate muffins. But if you want to take it up a notch, you can add some fun toppings.
Try sprinkling some powdered sugar on top, or adding a drizzle of melted chocolate. Or, for a healthier option, add some fresh berries or sliced bananas.
These muffins are perfect for a lazy weekend morning or an afternoon snack. And the best part is, they won’t leave you feeling guilty for indulging in something sweet.
So, next time you’re craving a chocolate treat but don’t want to go through the hassle of baking, give these light chocolate muffins a try. You won’t be disappointed.