Diabetic Cupcakes

Prep: 20 min Cook: 19 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Diabetic cupcakes offer a moist, flavorful treat with natural sweetness from raisins and applesauce, complemented by warm cinnamon. Suitable for those managing blood sugar, these cupcakes are a healthier dessert option that doesn't compromise on taste. Perfect for snack times or special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 eggs
  • Artificial sweetener (to equal 1 cup sugar)
  • 3/4 cup oil
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Cook raisins in water until they are soft.
  2. Drain the raisins.
  3. Add applesauce, eggs, artificial sweetener, and oil to the raisins.
  4. Mix well.
  5. Blend in baking soda, flour, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
  6. Pour batter into cupcake liners.
  7. Bake at 350°F for about 19 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

717 kcal 36% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.8g 14% DV
Total Fat 33.7g 43% DV
Carbs 85.8g 31% DV
Fiber 3.5g 13% DV
Sugar 26g 52% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 16695mg 100% DV
Potassium 489.3mg 10% DV
Cholesterol 65.8mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 10.3mg 11% DV
Calcium 140.3mg 11% DV
Iron 2.8mg 15% DV
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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