Vegan Blackberry and Chocolate Cupcakesù
Delight in rich, moist Vegan Blackberry and Chocolate Cupcakes that perfectly balance decadent dark cocoa with the juicy pop of fresh blackberries. This plant-based dessert is sweet, fruity, and indulgent, suitable for vegans and anyone who loves delicious, cruelty-free treats. The tender crumb and luscious flavor blend make these cupcakes an irresistible addition to your baking repertoire.
- Author: Gloria
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan, Dairy-free, Egg-free
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- ½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
- Prepare Your Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. This ensures your cupcakes bake evenly and are easy to remove.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and granulated sugar until well combined. This creates a uniform base for your batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the plant-based milk, apple cider vinegar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. The vinegar will help activate the baking soda for a tender crumb.
- Bring the Batter Together: Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix or the cupcakes may become dense.
- Fold in Blackberries and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold fresh blackberries and dairy-free chocolate chips into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking the berries too much.
- Fill and Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Frost: Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before adding your favorite vegan frosting or glaze for the perfect finishing touch.
Notes
- Fresh Blackberries Only: Use fresh rather than frozen berries to prevent excess moisture in the batter.
- Don’t Overmix Batter: Stir just until ingredients come together to keep cupcakes soft and fluffy.
- Measure Flour Correctly: Use the spoon-and-level method to avoid dense cupcakes from too much flour.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Plant-based milk and oil at room temperature blend more easily for smoother batter.
- Test for Doneness: Start checking cupcakes at 20 minutes to prevent overbaking and dryness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: vegan cupcakes, blackberry cupcakes, chocolate cupcakes, dairy-free dessert, egg-free dessert, plant-based baking