Best 4 Weight Watchers Chocolate Cupcakes Recipes
If you're watching your weight but still have a craving for something sweet, chocolate cupcakes can still be an occasional treat. Substituting healthier ingredients and reducing the amount of sugar and fat can make them a healthier choice. With a few simple swaps, you can enjoy delicious chocolate cupcakes that are lower in calories, fat, and sugar, without sacrificing taste or texture.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
WEIGHT WATCHERS CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES
When I attended my first weight watchers meeting and the leader shared this recipe, my first thought was "right!". There was no way I was going to believe this was good, AND low in points. Eventually I had to try it though. Now my DH who wants nothing to do with pumpkin OR lite anything, had a fit over these cupcakes. Of course he still doesn't know the truth and I'm not about to tell him! (weight watchers points = 1) I did try making it as a cake in a 9-13 pan and the center stays way too moist, so I recommend the muffin method. Perfect for when nothing will do but chocolate! UPDATE: One reviewer suggested using 1/4 cup of water to get a more cake-like consistency and it works great. 1/2 cup of water will produce a denser and richer texture. Whatever you choose, enjoy!
Provided by Lady Dancer
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 18 cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Mix all together by hand or you may use a mixer.
- Bake at 350°F in mini muffin tins for 30-35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.7, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 234.6, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 11.2, Protein 1.9
WEIGHT WATCHERS CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by á-46991
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Mix pumpkin, cake mix, and water together by hand or you may use a mixer. Start with 1/4 cup water and increase gradually if needed to reach a batter consistency. Bake at 350°F in mini muffin tins for 30 to 35 minutes. Per serving: 5 SmartPoints; 4 PointsPlus; 3 POINTS (old)
WEIGHT WATCHERS VANILLA CUPCAKES
How does a low calorie Weight Watcher cupcake sound? Sounds PERFECT to me! I adapted this recipe from one I found on Hungry Girl, grab the recipe!
Provided by Tracy
Categories Dessert
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine whipped topping and pudding mix in a bowl, and mix until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until cupcakes are ready to be frosted.
- Preheat oven to 350°
- In a large bowl, combine cake mix with baking powder and mix.
- Add soda and vanilla extract, and stir or whisk until batter is smooth. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whip egg whites with a handheld electric mixer (or with a whisk really fast) until fluffy, about 1 - 2 minutes.
- Gently mix egg whites into the cake batter until thoroughly combined.
- Line muffin pans with baking cups and/or spray with nonstick spray.
- Evenly distribute batter among the cups. Cups can be full.
- Bake for 15 - 17 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out fairly clean.
- Set aside and allow to cool completely.
- Once cupcakes have cooled, top each evenly with the frosting and sprinkles.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 392 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving
RASPBERRY CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES - WEIGHT WATCHERS®
Adapted from Weight Watchers® Quick Italian Favorites - they callled them "tortes" to be fancy but they look like cupcakes to me. Only 4 FLEX points per serving for these gooey treats. And did I mention QUICK?
Provided by SusieQusie
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 9 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°.
- Coat 9 muffin cups with cooking spray, and dust with 2 tablespoons cocoa. Set aside.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Add 1/4 cup preserves and the half-and-half, stirring with a whisk until preserves melt.
- Remove from heat; add 1/2 cup cocoa, stirring until smooth.
- Combine granulated sugar and egg substitute in medium bowl; beat with a mixer at high speed until mixture ribbons; about 5 minutes.
- Gradually add chocolate mixture to egg mixture, beating until smooth.
- Add flour, beating until blended. Stir in vanilla.
- Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups. Spoon 1 teaspoon fudge topping into center of each torte.
- Bake at 450° for 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are set and center is soft.
- Cool 2 minutes. Run a thin, flexible knife around edge of each muffin cup. Carefully invert onto a baking sheet; transfer to dessert plates.
- Combine 2-1/2 tablespoons preserves and 1-1/2 teaspoons water in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at HIGH 20 seconds or until preserves melt; stir until smooth.
- Drizzle 1 teaspoon raspberry sauce over each cupcake; dust each with 1/2 teaspoon powdered sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.3, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 13.9, Sodium 56.5, Carbohydrate 35.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 25.9, Protein 3.8
Tips:
- Use unsweetened cocoa powder: This will help to keep the cupcakes low in sugar and calories.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of butter: This will make the cupcakes moist and fluffy, while also adding protein and reducing fat.
- Use a sugar substitute: This will help to keep the cupcakes low in sugar without sacrificing sweetness.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cupcakes tough.
- Bake the cupcakes at a high temperature for a short amount of time: This will help to create a moist and fluffy cupcake.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
- Use a light and fluffy frosting: This will help to balance out the richness of the chocolate cupcakes.
Conclusion:
These Weight Watchers Chocolate Cupcakes are a delicious and satisfying treat that can be enjoyed on a weight loss journey. They are low in sugar and calories, and they are packed with protein and fiber. They are also easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're craving a chocolate cupcake, give this recipe a try!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love