Delicious Low-Calorie Applesauce Cupcakes
Later today we are posting an exclusive interview with Sophie and Katherine of Georgetown Cupcakes and the show DC Cupcakes. So we thought it appropriate to share a cupcake recipe today. I think you're going to love this low-calorie applesauce cupcake.
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While these glorious treats can pack on the pounds, they don't have to. Here's our favorite low-calorie cupcake recipe.
Applesauce Cupcakes Ingredients
Ingredients:
* 1/2 cup margarine
* 1 egg
* 1/4 cup sugar
* 1 1/2 cup sifted flour
* 1 tsp baking soda
* 1/4 tsp salt
* 1 tsp cinnamon
* 1 1/2 tsp nutmeg
* 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
* 1 tsp vanilla
* 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Low-Calorie Applesauce Cupcakes Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190.5 degrees Celsius)
- Blend the margarine with the beaten egg and sugar.
- Sift in all of your other dry ingredients.
- Add the applesauce, vanilla and nuts, and mix well.
- Spoon the yummy mix into a cupcake pan that you've sprayed with some vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Bake 15 minutes
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After about 15 to 20 minutes, your cupcakes are out of the oven and ready to enjoy, no guilt allowed.
Ready for frosting?
Head to www.domesticgoddessadventures.com to find out about a tasty Meringue Buttercream Frosting recipe that might be worth the extra calories!
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