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Protein Cupcakes With Funfetti Icing

These Protein Cupcakes With Funfetti Icing are a fun, colorful treat packed with protein!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup coconut flour sifted
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons cupcake batter protein powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon nonfat plain Greek yogurt divided
  • 1/3 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon butter extract optional
  • 1/4 cup cupcake batter protein powder for icing
  • Stevia or sweetener of choice to taste
  • Rainbow sprinkles for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Muffin tin
  • Parchment liners
  • Cooling rack
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a muffin tin with parchment liners.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the sifted coconut flour, cupcake batter protein powder, and salt. Whisk well.
  4. In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add honey, 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and optional butter extract. Mix well.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full with the batter.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cupcakes in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  9. In a clean bowl, combine the remaining 1/3 cup Greek yogurt with 1/4 cup cupcake batter protein powder and stevia to taste. Mix until smooth and fold in rainbow sprinkles.
  10. Spread the Funfetti icing on top of completely cooled cupcakes and enjoy!

Notes

  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Freeze individually wrapped cupcakes for later enjoyment.
  • Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting for best results.