How To Make Awesome Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes!

How I wish I knew that Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes would be in my future!

If I could go back a few years, to the time I started a strict grain, gluten, and dairy-free diet, I would have a conversation with myself.  It would go something like this: don’t worry, you will learn and understand this diet, and you will be glad you did and even love it.  Yes!  My imagination at the time just had no idea!

So, here I am a few years later, with many delicious, healthier recipes that I make all the time.  This recipe is similar to my Paleo Chocolate Cake just in cupcakes.  I love versatile recipes!

I have been making the Paleo Chocolate Cake recipe for over a year, and it was only recently that I decided to try gluten free dairy free chocolate cupcakes.  Well, I can confirm the cupcakes disappeared pronto!  Both the chocolate cake and cupcakes make great birthday celebration recipes.  The chocolate cake is the one I serve on my birthday.

Make Your Own Almond Butter

I sometimes use My Favorite Almond Butter in this recipe but have also made this with a good, creamy brand.

 Making Your Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes

You have a few options when making this recipe.  I usually use an electric mixer, but you can certainly mix all the ingredients in a large bowl with a wooden spoon.  Also, I try to have all ingredients as close to room temperature as possible.  You can accomplish this by taking everything out of the fridge about 1/2 hour before making.

Why I Prefer Raw Organic Cacao Powder:

• The regular Cocoa powder had been roasted and chemically processed which affects the nutrients.
• Non-organic cacao powder has been treated with pesticides and chemicals.

This is the brand I purchase often and love!

Raw Organic Cacao Powder is A Great Source of:

• Antioxidants – many times more than blueberries!
• Magnesium
• Iron
• Calcium

How To Make Chocolate Ganache Icing

Well, you have an easy gluten-free chocolate cupcake recipe.  Now, you need the icing!

I usually use this super easy recipe to make Chocolate Ganache Icing and it never fails.

When the icing is the right consistency and the cupcakes have completely cooled, you are ready to begin icing them.  If you happen to have any icing left over (wink, wink), how about making some of these and to keep in the fridge for a delicious snack or dessert.

If you are a chocolate lover, you must try these Coconut Flour Chocolate Donuts.  They are delicious!

 Related:  Paleo Chocolate Cake

You will love this Paleo Chocolate Cake with Dairy Free Chocolate Ganache Icing!

So now I imagine all the wonderful recipes to be discovered!

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How To Make Awesome Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes!

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

17 mins

Total Time

27 mins

 

These Paleo chocolate cupcakes are grain, gluten and dairy free.  They are so easy to make, have a rich, delicious taste that will be loved by everyone.  Oh, and the chocolate ganache icing - Yum!

Course: Dessert, Muffins/Cupcakes

Cuisine: American, Dessert

Servings: 7

Calories: 248 kcal

Author: Christine Galvani

Ingredients

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup creamy almond butter
• 1 large egg
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (I use canned, organic)
• 1/4 cup organic raw cacao powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/8 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.  Place cupcake liners in a cupcake pan.
   

2. Combine all ingredients and mix for several minutes with an electric mixer until batter is smooth and creamy. (Can also be mixed with mixing bowl and wooden spoon).

3. Pour the batter into the cupcake liners.

4. Bake for 15-19 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.  Cool completely before icing/frosting.  Be sure to check out my Easy Chocolate Ganache Icing Recipe.

5. Store in the fridge for a few days.
   

Nutrition Facts

How To Make Awesome Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes!

Amount Per Serving

Calories 248 Calories from Fat 162

% Daily Value*

Fat 18g28%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Cholesterol 26mg9%

Sodium 235mg10%

Potassium 245mg7%

Carbohydrates 15g5%

Fiber 5g20%

Sugar 7g8%

Protein 8g16%

Vitamin A 2760IU55%

Vitamin C 0.7mg1%

Calcium 117mg12%

Iron 2mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.