Introduction
Cupcakes are a popular treat for all occasions, from birthdays to graduations to just a special treat for yourself! But for people with diabetes, the high sugar content of traditional cupcakes can make them off-limits. That doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the cupcake fun! We have a delicious and simple sugar-free cupcake recipe that is just as tasty as the regular variety and will help you stay on top of your blood sugar levels.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need: 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons of baking powder ¼ teaspoon of salt 1 ½ teaspoons of ground cinnamon 2 large eggs 1 cup of almond milk ½ cup of vegetable oil 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract 6 tablespoons of liquid stevia ¼ cup of unsweetened applesauce For the frosting: 2 cups of powdered sugar 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon 4 tablespoons of butter 4 tablespoons of almond milk 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract 1 tablespoon of liquid stevia
Instructions
To begin, preheat your oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, liquid stevia, and applesauce. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until everything is fully incorporated. Line a cupcake pan with 12 liners and spoon the batter into the liners. Bake the cupcakes for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Meanwhile, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cinnamon, butter, almond milk, vanilla extract, and liquid stevia. Beat the mixture until you have a thick and creamy frosting. Once the cupcakes have cooled, spoon the frosting into a piping bag and pipe the frosting onto the cupcakes. Enjoy!
Nutrition
These cupcakes are a much healthier choice than traditional cupcakes, but they are still full of flavor. Each cupcake contains approximately: Calories: 140 Total Fat: 8g Saturated Fat: 1.5g Cholesterol: 25mg Sodium: 140mg Carbohydrates: 14g Fiber: 1g Sugar: 1g Protein: 2g These cupcakes are a great way to enjoy a treat without the guilt.
Tips for Diabetics
For diabetics, it is important to watch your sugar intake, so this recipe is a great way to cut down on your sugar intake while still enjoying a sweet treat. Additionally, it is important to monitor your blood sugar levels when you are eating something sweet. It is also important to remember to keep portion sizes in mind. Eating too much of anything can be bad for your health, so be sure to stick to the recommended portion sizes and limit yourself to one cupcake per day. Finally, if you are looking for an even healthier option, you can substitute the vegetable oil with applesauce or Greek yogurt. This will reduce the fat content of the cupcakes without sacrificing any of the flavor.
Conclusion
These sugar-free cupcakes are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional cupcakes. They are sweet, moist, and full of flavor, and they are sure to be a hit with both diabetics and non-diabetics alike. Be sure to follow the tips for diabetics to make sure you are getting the most out of your cupcakes and keeping your blood sugar levels in check. Enjoy!