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Chocolate Beet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Icing

Chocolate Beet Cupcakes: The Indulgent Dessert You’ll Love

Indulge in these moist and delicious chocolate beet cupcakes topped with creamy icing.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked and pureed beets
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the pureed beets and vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk.
  7. Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Let cupcakes cool before frosting with cream cheese icing.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a pinch of espresso powder to the batter.
  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to three days.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Chocolate Beet Cupcakes, Cream Cheese Icing, Dessert