Super Simple 2-Ingredient Sugar-Free Cupcakes (Keto & Easy!)
Get ready for an incredibly easy and surprisingly delicious treat with these 2-Ingredient Sugar-Free Cupcakes! All you need is a sugar-free cake mix and Greek yogurt to create moist, flavorful cupcakes that are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings while staying low-carb and keto-friendly. No eggs, no oil, no fuss!
Yields: 12 standard cupcakes Prep time: 5-10 minutes Cook time: 19-23 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 box sugar-free or keto cake mix (e.g., Duncan Hines Keto, Lakanto, HighKey – flavor of your choice!)
- 2 cups plain, full-fat Greek yogurt (ensure no added sugar)
Equipment:
- Muffin tin (12-cup)
- Paper or parchment muffin liners OR non-stick cooking spray
- Large mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Ice cream scoop or large spoon (for portioning batter)
- Toothpick
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven & Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper or parchment liners, or grease the muffin cups well with non-stick cooking spray.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the entire contents of the sugar-free or keto cake mix.
- Spoon the plain Greek yogurt into the bowl with the cake mix.
- Mix thoroughly with a spoon or spatula until the ingredients are just well combined and there are no dry spots. Be careful not to overmix. The batter will be thick.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each cup about two-thirds full. An ice cream scoop can help with even portioning.
- Bake: Bake for 19-23 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. The tops should be lightly golden and spring back when gently touched.
- Cool & Enjoy! Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve plain, or top with your favorite keto-friendly frosting!
Tips for Success:
- Greek Yogurt Type: Use plain, full-fat Greek yogurt for the best texture and fat content for keto. Ensure it has no added sugar.
- Do Not Overmix: Overmixing can lead to tough cupcakes. Mix only until just combined.
- Batter Consistency: The batter will be thicker than traditional cake batter. This is normal.
- Cool Completely: Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting, otherwise, the frosting will melt.
- Flavor Variations: Experiment with different flavors of sugar-free cake mix (chocolate, vanilla, yellow, etc.)
- Optional Enhancements: For extra moisture or flavor, you can add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of salt to the batter, although it’s not strictly necessary.
Storage: Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days (especially if frosted with a cream cheese-based frosting).
Recipe Analysis & Dietary Classification
- High Protein: Moderate protein from the Greek yogurt.
- Low-Carb: Yes, when using a sugar-free or keto-specific cake mix and plain Greek yogurt. This is the entire premise.
- Keto: Yes, when using a sugar-free or keto-specific cake mix and plain, full-fat Greek yogurt with no added sugar.
- Sugar-Free/Keto Cake Mix: This is the most critical ingredient. Traditional cake mixes are very high in sugar and refined flour. Brands like Duncan Hines Keto, Lakanto, and HighKey are designed to be low-carb.
- Plain Greek Yogurt: Essential to use plain and full-fat varieties to avoid added sugars and maximize fats.
- Gluten-Free: Potentially. This depends entirely on whether the chosen “sugar-free or keto cake mix” is also certified gluten-free. Many keto cake mixes are, but it’s important to verify.
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