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Keto Hostess Cupcakes

Keto Hostess Cupcakes

Allan
Craving the classic Hostess cupcakes, but don't want the carbs? These Keto Hostess Cupcakes are your perfect solution! With a rich chocolate cake base, creamy filling, and a chocolate ganache topping, you get all the indulgence of a store-bought treat without the sugar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
1 minute
Total Time 36 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cupcakes

Equipment

  • Cupcake Tin
  • Paper Liners
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Piping Bag
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Toothpick
  • Spoon or Knife

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup sweetener (erythritol, monk fruit, or stevia)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cream Filling:

  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp sweetener

For the Ganache:

  • 1/2 cup sugar-free chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  • Mix the dry ingredients (almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sweetener).
  • Whisk together the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla, and combine with the dry ingredients.
  • Fill the cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
  • For the filling, beat the cream cheese, butter, heavy cream, and sweetener until smooth.
  • Hollow out the cupcakes and fill with the cream filling.
  • For the ganache, melt the chocolate chips and heavy cream, then pour over the filled cupcakes.
  • Let the ganache set and enjoy!