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First Birthday Applesauce Cupcakes (Grain-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free)

A healthy cupcake recipe for celebrating a child's first birthday, this recipe is grain-free, dairy-free, oil-free, and nut-free!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 123 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup coconut flour
  • 6 eggs
  • 3/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350F and line a standard muffin tin with 12 parchment or silicone baking cups. Measure the coconut flour by scooping the flour directly from the container, then using the back of a knife sweep off the excess, creating a level measurement. (This is also referred to as the "scoop & sweep" method.) It's imperative that you measure the coconut flour correctly, as even an extra teaspoon can throw off the recipe!
  2. Combine all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl, and use a whisk to break up any lumps, mixing well until a thick and uniform batter is created.
  3. Divide the batter into the 12 muffin cups, then bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are firm. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  4. Frost with coconut whipped cream, or another topping of choice.

Notes

  • These cupcakes can be stored at room temperature, but they will dry out quickly after the first day, so I recommend storing them in a sealed container in the fridge for up to one week. Remove from the fridge 3 hours before serving to bring them back to room temperature. If you want to make them ahead of time, they can even be frozen and then thawed in the fridge overnight. Be sure to frost them just before serving, for best results.

Nutrition Information

Calories 123kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 93mg (31%) Sodium 158mg (7%) Potassium 84mg (2%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 13g (26%) Vitamin A 150IU (3%) Calcium 30mg (3%) Iron 1.6mg (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 123

% Daily Value*

Calories 123kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 93mg 31%
Sodium 158mg 7%
Potassium 84mg 2%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 13g 26%
Vitamin A 150IU 3%
Calcium 30mg 3%
Iron 1.6mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.