Home Made Irresistible Chocolate Mani

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup sugar substitute (e.g., Stevia, Splenda)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar substitute, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine the applesauce, Greek yogurt, almond milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. If desired, fold in the mini chocolate chips.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.