Description
Delight in these rich and moist Keto Air Fryer Chocolate Cupcakes made with almond flour and a sugar replacement, perfect for a low-carb treat. These cupcakes are easy to prepare in an air fryer, providing a quick and delicious dessert option suitable for keto diets.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar replacement
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp chocolate whey protein powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp espresso powder (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp water (more as needed)
Other
- 1/2 recipe keto chocolate frosting
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, brown sugar replacement, cocoa powder, chocolate whey protein powder, baking powder, espresso powder (if using), and salt until fully combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the sour cream, egg, avocado oil, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well incorporated. Add water a little at a time until the batter reaches a thick but scoopable consistency.
- Prepare Muffin Cups: Place 6 silicone muffin cups inside an 8-inch round cake pan, then evenly distribute the cupcake batter among the cups. Cover the entire pan tightly with foil, shiny side up to trap steam and moisture.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Insert the crisper basket into your air fryer and preheat it to 300ºF (149ºC) using the bake function for a few minutes.
- First Bake: Place the covered cake pan onto the crisper basket and bake at 300ºF for 15 minutes to set the cupcakes.
- Finish Baking: Carefully remove the foil cover from the pan and continue baking the cupcakes for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until they are risen and the tops feel firm to the touch.
- Cool and Frost: Remove the cupcakes from the air fryer and allow them to cool completely before applying the keto chocolate frosting for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Chocolate whey protein powder adds extra chocolate flavor and protein; however, it can be omitted or substituted with a similar protein powder.
- If batter is too thick, add water gradually until it reaches a thick but scoopable consistency.
- Use silicone muffin cups as they withstand the air fryer heat and help with easy cupcake removal.
- Covering the pan with foil during initial baking helps steam the cupcakes, ensuring moistness.
- Make sure to preheat your air fryer for even and consistent baking results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Keto cupcakes, air fryer dessert, low carb chocolate cupcakes, keto baking, sugar-free cupcakes
