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Sweet Potato Cupcakes

Delicious Sweet Potato Cupcakes for a Cozy Dessert Treat

These Sweet Potato Cupcakes offer a delightful treat with healthy ingredients, perfect for gatherings or a cozy dessert at home.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 9 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Sweet Potato Puree Can substitute with canned pumpkin or butternut squash.
  • 1/3 cup Water or Milk of Choice Use plant-based milk for vegan options.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Clear vanilla can be used for a lighter appearance.
  • 1 teaspoon White Vinegar or Cider Vinegar Vital for eggless recipes.
  • 1/4 cup Oil or Additional Sweet Potato Puree Substitute with Greek yogurt for oil-free version.
  • 1 cup Flour (Spelt/White/GF All-Purpose) Avoid almond or coconut flour.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar or Coconut Sugar Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic option.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Essential spice in these cupcakes.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Fresh leavening agents ensure proper rising.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Fresh leavening agents ensure proper rising.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger (Optional) Adds warmth.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Marshmallow Fluff Can be piped on or spread with a knife.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (Optional) Alternative topping for tangy flavor.

Equipment

  • Cupcake Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spoon or Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with nine cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together sweet potato puree, water or milk, vanilla extract, vinegar, and oil if using. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift or mix flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and baking powder along with ground ginger if using.
  4. Gently stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
  6. Bake for approximately 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Spread or pipe marshmallow fluff over each cooled cupcake, or use cream cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate the cupcakes overnight for enhanced flavor and easier frosting application. Avoid overmixing for light and fluffy cupcakes.

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