🌱🧁 Steps to make Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes 🍫🌱

Step 1: Assembling the Essentials

• Gather your ingredients: water, applesauce or non-dairy yogurt, oil, vanilla extract, flour (spelt/white/GF), unsweetened cocoa, Dutch cocoa, mini chocolate chips (optional), salt, baking soda, vinegar, unrefined sugar (if desired).

Step 2: Blending the Wet Elements

• Combine 3/4 cup water, 1/4 cup applesauce/yogurt, and 1/4 cup oil. Add 2 tsp vanilla extract for a touch of delight.

Step 3: Incorporating the Dry Ingredients

• Mix in 1 cup of flour (spelt/white/GF) and 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa. Enhance with 2 tbsp Dutch cocoa or extra cocoa for intense chocolate.

Step 4: Chocolate Love: Adding Mini Chips

• Fold in 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips to create pockets of chocolaty joy.

Step 5: Balancing Flavors and Texture

• Enhance with 1/2 tsp + 1/8 tsp salt for balance. Add 1/2 tsp baking soda for the perfect rise.

Step 6: The Vinegar Effect

• Gently pour in 1 tsp white or cider vinegar to activate leavening agents.

Step 7: Sweetening the Deal

• Introduce 3/4 cup sugar (unrefined if desired) for a delightful touch of sweetness.

Step 8: Mixing to Perfection

• Blend with a gentle hand until your batter is smooth and even.

Step 9: Filling and Baking

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cupcake pan with liners. Fill each liner with batter, allowing room for rising. Bake for 18-20 minutes until aromatic and transformed.

Step 10: The Final Touch

• Perform toothpick test; cupcakes are ready when the toothpick comes out clean. Let them rest before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11: Elevate with Frosting (Optional)

• Once cooled, frost with your favorite vegan frosting—chocolate or cream cheese—for added flavor and appeal.

Step 12: Indulge and Enjoy

• Savor your Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes, celebrating your values and satisfying your sweet tooth. 🌱🍫🧁