Chocolate Pot Cupcakes (Recipe)

These super cute chocolate cupcakes look just like little potted plants! They make a great party dish, plus their wholesome ingredients will make them a hit with the whole family!

CHOCOLATE CUPCAKE INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 cups almond meal
• 1/4 cup cacao powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 organic eggs
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1/4 cup almond or coconut milk
• 1/4 cup maple syrup

Method

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF (180ºC).
2. Lin a muffin tray with cupcake liners or line your mini terracotta pots with parchment paper.
3. Mix together all ingredients in a large bowl and spoon evenly between cupcake liners.
4. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until mixture springs back when gently touched.

CHOC AVOCADO FROSTING

• 1 avocado
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/4 cup raw cacao
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp coconut milk

Method

1. Place all ingredients in the blender or food processor and mix until well combined and fluffy.

MINT DIRT CRUMBLE

• 2 tbsp cacao nibs or dark chocolate shavings
• 1 drop peppermint oil (food grade)
• Fresh mint to garnish

Method

1. Crush cacao nib or dark chocolate shavings with peppermint oil and sprinkle over cupcakes.
2. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

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