Halfway Healthy Hanukkah Cupcakes

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 3
Halfway Healthy Hanukkah Cupcakes perfect for the Festival of Lights
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup butter , softened
1/2 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup almond milk
3/4 cup vanilla frosting , divided
4 drops blue food coloring , or as needed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
180
Sugar
12g
Fat
9g
Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday that celebrates the miracle of the oil lamp, with families and friends gathering to light the menorah, play games, and enjoy traditional foods like latkes and jelly donuts. These Halfway Healthy Hanukkah Cupcakes are a modern twist on the holiday favorite, providing a festive and delicious treat for all to enjoy. The use of whole wheat flour and almond milk in the recipe make these cupcakes a healthier alternative to traditional ones, without sacrificing flavor. So why not add these cupcakes to your Hanukkah celebrations and enjoy the sweetness of the season.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a muffin pan with paper liners.
2.Cream together the butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture and beat until just combined.
4.Stir in the almond milk a little at a time until the batter is smooth.
5.Fold in 1/4 cup of the vanilla frosting until well combined.
6.Fill each cupcake liner halfway with the batter.
7.Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
8.Set the cupcakes aside to cool completely.
9.In a small bowl, mix the remaining frosting with the blue food coloring until evenly colored. Frost the cupcakes with the blue frosting, and serve.

PROS

These cupcakes are a healthier twist on traditional Hanukkah cupcakes, using whole wheat flour and almond milk in place of white flour and cow’s milk.
They are also easy to make and provide a festive treat for the Festival of Lights.

CONS

While these cupcakes are a healthier option, they still contain sugar and butter, so they should be consumed in moderation.
They may also not be suitable for those with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The use of whole wheat flour adds fiber to the cupcakes, which can aid in digestion and promote feelings of fullness. Almond milk is a dairy-free alternative that can be lower in calories and fat than cow’s milk, while still providing essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D.

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