Sour Cream-Cocoa Cupcakes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 12

Dessert

This Sour Cream-Cocoa Cupcakes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Robert Landolphi These cocoa-laden cupcakes make a delightful surprise for gluten-free chocoholics. Sour cream gives the cupcakes a moist and dense texture, leaving you more satisfied with each delicious bite.

Ingredients

2.1 ounces sweet white sorghum flour (about 1/2 cup)
1.15 ounces brown rice flour (about 1/4 cup)
1.05 ounces tapioca flour (about 1/4 cup)
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 cup fat-free sour cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cooking spray
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon 1% low-fat milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 °.
Weigh or lightly spoon flours into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flours, cocoa, and next 4 ingredients in a bowl; stir with a whisk.
Place sugar and 1/4 cup butter in a large bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in sour cream and vanilla. Gradually add flour mixture, beating at low speed until smooth (batter will be very thick).
Place 12 paper muffin cup liners in muffin cups; coat liners with cooking spray. Spoon batter into prepared cups (cups will be almost full). Bake at 375 ° for 20 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes on a wire rack; remove from pan. Cool completely on wire rack.
Combine powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons butter, milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla in a medium bowl; beat with a mixer at low speed until blended. Increase speed to medium; beat until smooth. Spread frosting over cupcakes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Brown Rice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sour Cream-Cocoa Cupcakes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Sour Cream-Cocoa Cupcakes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dessert with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dessert. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 12 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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