Chocolate Mud Cupcakes

How to Prepare

1. Preheat the oven to 170°C (325°F). 2. Make the flax egg by combining 1 tbsp Flaxseed meal with 3 tbsp Water and set aside for 5 minutes. 3. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 100g Vegan butter, 100g chopped Dark/bittersweet chocolate, 125ml Hot water, and 60ml hot Coffee. Stir until melted and combined. Remove from heat. 4. Add 100g Coconut sugar and stir. Let cool slightly. 5. In a mixing bowl, pour in the chocolate mixture, then add 100g Plain/all-purpose gluten-free flour, 40g Self-raising/rising gluten-free flour, and 2 tbsp Raw cacao powder gradually, stirring with a whisk. Add the flax egg and whisk until smooth. 6. Pour the batter into cupcake cases almost to the top. 7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through. Cool completely on a wire rack. 8. For ganache, melt 100g chopped Dark/bittersweet chocolate and 2 tbsp Coconut cream over simmering water. Stir until smooth. Remove from heat and spread over the cupcakes.

Good to Know

For a healthier option, you can use whole wheat flour instead of gluten-free flour. The cupcakes are vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and can be made with low sugar. Swap coffee for hot water when making for children.