Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes with Dark Beer

If you love to experiment with more unusual and rich flavors, then this recipe is just for you! We present to you incredibly moist and aromatic vegan chocolate cupcakes, whose secret ingredient is... dark beer. It gives a unique depth of flavor that perfectly complements the rich cocoa and nutty notes of hazelnut flour.

However, if you are abstinent or simply not a fan of beer, don't give up! You can easily replace it with freshly squeezed orange juice and enjoy a dessert full of fresh and irresistible aromas. Ready to try?

Ingredients (for 12 cupcakes)

For the cupcakes:

• 150 g coconut sugar
• 30 ml melted coconut oil
• 120 g white flour
• 100 g hazelnut flour
• 30 g cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp strong espresso, chilled
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• 200 ml dark beer (or fresh orange juice)

For the frosting:

• 120 g full-fat coconut milk (from a can, solid part only)
• 80 g coconut cream
• 20 g powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Place paper liners in a muffin tin.
2. In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients for the cupcakes: coconut sugar, both types of flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry – melted coconut oil, espresso, and dark beer (or orange juice). Stir with a spoon just until combined. It's important not to overmix.
4. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared liners, filling them about 2/3 full.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes. Check for doneness with a wooden skewer – it should come out clean when inserted into the center of the cupcake.
6. Remove the cupcakes and let them cool completely on a wire rack before decorating.
7. While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a bowl, whip the chilled coconut milk, coconut cream, and powdered sugar with a mixer until a fluffy frosting is formed.
8. Decorate each cupcake with frosting and, if desired, sprinkle with crushed roasted hazelnuts for extra crunch and indulgence.

Enjoy this unique and aromatic dessert!