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The Best Healthy Vanilla Cupcakes

  • Author: Natalie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 9 cupcakes 1x
  • Category: cupcakes
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: american
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200g) medjool dates, pitted (about 12)
  • 1 cup (240ml) water
  • 2 tsps baking powder
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/4 cup (150g) oat flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) coconut oil, melted (or 1/4 cup non-dairy milk for an oil-free option)
  • Optional: 1 egg

Frosting options:


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a food processor, combine the dates and water. Place a hand over the top spout to steady, then blend until smooth.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients, and blend again until combined.
  4. Scoop the batter into a cupcake pan lined with paper liners, filling each 3/4 of the way.
  5. Bake at 350°F for 25-28 minutes.
  6. Cool 15 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before frosting.
  7. Store cupcakes unfrosted in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage. Bring to room temperature and add frosting just before serving.

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