Thursday, September 1, 2011

Chocolate Marshmallow Protein Cupcakes

Ok ok ok, what about those people out there, that are in a clean diet and are craving for chocolate.

Well that craving stops now, with this recipe you will mix chocolate and protein in a healthy way...

 ...And don't worries, eat with not regrets.

Well, I not mean that you break your clean diet. If you prefer try it on your cheating days.

Tip: also I think you can substitute the splenda with stevia  and it will look better .

I found this recipe thanks to Skinny Mom on their blog

pic by skinny mom

Chocolate Marshmallow Protein Cupcakes


Ingredients


For Cupcakes


 2 cups moist-style chocolate cake mix (1/2

of an 18.25 ounce box)
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
5 egg whites
1 tbsp Splenda no calories sweetener (granulated)
1/8 tsp salt

For Topping

1 cup Jet-Puffed Marshmallow Crème
1 tsp skim milk
Optional: Top with mini marshmallows and semi-sweet chocolate chips.


Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a shaker, mix protein powder with 1 cup water and shake well.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, Splenda, and salt. Add egg whites and protein powder.
mixture, then whisk until smooth.
4. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with liners or nonstick spray. Evenly distribute cake mixture among
the cups.
5. Bake in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.
6. To prepare topping, place marshmallow crème in a small dish and mix with skim milk.
7. Once cupcakes have cooled completely, drizzle marshmallow glaze over them. If desired top
with a few mini-marshmallows and a few chocolate chips. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

1 comments:

Kim Bee said...

Great recipe. New follower. Headed over after I read your note on foodbuzz.

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