Chocolate Beetroot Cupcakes & How To Make.
Hello friends, happy Monday. Happy Valentine’s Day too. So do you have any fun plans for this evening?
My husband is working late so we had a nice meal together last night. Scallops in cheese sauce, salmon pie, Tenderstem broccoli, cream donuts, and a bottle of sparkling rose wine were perfect.
A nice night in with Murphy the Gooldendoodle for me then.
Love chocolate? Also, love beetroot? Love cupcakes? Chocolate Beetroot Cupcakes anyone? These would make a lovely Valentine’s Day treat, Mother’s Day treat also, perfect for afternoon tea.
Indulge in these delights, with this Chocolate Beetroot Cupcakes recipe! Discover the perfect blend of rich cocoa and wholesome beets in these moist, decadent treats.
Join us for a delightful afternoon tea and learn how to bake these yummy cupcakes from scratch.
Everybody loves a chocolate cupcake, and these will be no exception!
- Chocolate Beetroot Cupcakes Ingredients.
- Chocolate Beetroot Cupcakes Recipe.
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Chocolate Beetroot Cupcakes & How To Make:
Are you looking for an easy Chocolate Beetroot Cupcakes recipe?
Preparation time: 15-20 minutes | Cooking time: 30-35 minutes
Makes: 12
Ingredients:
- 75g (3oz) White’s Oatbran Fine Cut
- 25g (1oz) White’s Apple, Cranberry & Raspberry Granola
- 75g (3oz) cocoa powder
- 100g (31/2oz) plain flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 250g (9oz) cooked, peeled beetroot in natural juices, drained
- 3 large eggs
- 200ml (7fl oz.) sunflower oil
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 250g (9oz) caster sugar
- 125g (41/2oz) white chocolate
- 4 tbsp. cream cheese
Chocolate Beetroot Cupcakes:
Method:
- Firstly, preheat the oven to 180*C/fan oven 160*C/Gas mark 4. Line 12 holes in a muffin tin with paper cases.
- Sift the cocoa powder and flour into a large bowl and stir in the oat bran and baking powder. Place the beetroot, eggs, sunflower oil and vanilla bean paste into a food processor and whizz until smooth. Stir into the flour mixture with the caster sugar and beat until well combined. Divide between the paper cases and bake for 25-30 minutes until risen and firm to the touch. Cool on a wire rack.
- Melt the chocolate in a bowl set over a simmering pan of water. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly. Beat in the cream cheese until thick and glossy. Divide between the cupcakes and spread evenly. Sprinkle over the granola to serve.
Cook’s Tip:
Look out for ready-cooked beetroot in the fresh fruit and vegetable aisles of the supermarket – make sure you choose beetroot in natural juices not dipped in vinegar.
How To Make Chocolate Beetroot Cupcakes.
Recipes courtesy of Whites Oats. So what do you think of this How To Make Chocolate Beetroot Cupcakes recipe post?
Do you also fancy making some?
Updated posts. First published here 8th March 2018.
As always, we would love to hear your thoughts.
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I love cupcakes and chocolate is my favorite! These look delicious. Thank you for sharing at Merry Monday!
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Thanks for stopping by and hosting Jenny.
Hi Claire, these cakes sound interesting and I'm sure that much beetroot must go towards a veggie portion? I'd certainly give them a go if I can find all the ingredients.#weekendbloghop x
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Hehe, thanks Debbie.