These Weight Watchers Peanut Butter Frosted Chocolate Cupcakes offer the perfect balance of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter, without the extra calories. They’re made with lighter ingredients to fit your Weight Watchers plan, so you can enjoy a sweet treat without the guilt. The cupcakes are moist and chocolatey, and the peanut butter frosting adds a creamy, indulgent touch. A great dessert option for any occasion!

Ingredients:

For the cupcakes:

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (replaces oil for fewer calories)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or skim milk)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the peanut butter frosting:

  • 1/4 cup powdered peanut butter (like PB2 or other low-fat brand)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or skim milk)
  • 2 tablespoons light whipped cream cheese (for creaminess)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (for sweetness)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Make the cupcake batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine the applesauce, almond milk, honey (or maple syrup), egg, and vanilla extract. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well combined. The batter will be thick.
  3. Fill the cupcake liners: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 cupcake liners. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cupcakes comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  4. Make the peanut butter frosting: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered peanut butter, almond milk, whipped cream cheese, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. If you’d like the frosting to be a little thicker, add more powdered peanut butter or a little more cream cheese.
  5. Frost the cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, spread the peanut butter frosting on top of each cupcake. You can use a knife or a piping bag for a more decorative look.
  6. Serve and enjoy! These cupcakes are best enjoyed immediately but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Weight Watchers SmartPoints (per serving, assuming 12 cupcakes):

  • Blue/Green/Purple: ~4 SmartPoints per cupcake (including frosting)
  • Calories: ~120-140 per cupcake
  • Carbs: ~20g
  • Protein: ~3g
  • Fat: ~4g
  • Fiber: ~3g

These Peanut Butter Frosted Chocolate Cupcakes are a guilt-free indulgence that satisfies your sweet tooth while staying within your Weight Watchers points.