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Flourless and sugar-free; cocoa-rich dessert alternative with lower carbs than standard cupcakes
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Flourless sugar-free cocoa cupcake (55 g) has 157 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.1 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 11.7 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 55 g
157
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
8.1g
· 3% DV
Protein
5.8g
· 12% DV
Fat
11.7g
· 15% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 14% · Fat 66%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 157 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.7 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 3.08 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.1 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 157 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 28 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 75 g | 214 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 95 g | 271 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 110 g | 314 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 428 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
A flourless sugar-free cocoa cupcake is usually made with cocoa, eggs, and a flour substitute such as ground nuts, though recipes vary. Some versions also use dairy and a non-sugar sweetener, so the exact ingredients depend on the recipe.
Ground almonds or other finely ground nuts commonly replace flour in a flourless sugar-free cocoa cupcake. Eggs help bind the batter, but the result is typically denser and more tender than a cupcake made with wheat flour.
A flourless sugar-free cocoa cupcake may use a non-sugar sweetener such as stevia or erythritol, or rely on naturally sweet ingredients, depending on the recipe. Check the ingredient list when you need to know which type of sweetener was used.
Yes, a flourless sugar-free cocoa cupcake can rise without flour. Eggs and, when included, baking powder help lift the batter; fill the cups as directed and avoid opening the oven repeatedly while the cupcakes bake.
It can taste bitter if the cocoa is especially intense or the recipe uses little sweetener. A suitable sweetener can soften the cocoa flavor, but adding more cocoa is not a reliable fix because it may make the cupcake taste more bitter.
Store a flourless sugar-free cocoa cupcake in a covered container in the refrigerator, especially if its recipe contains eggs or dairy. Letting it sit briefly at room temperature before serving can soften a texture that firms up when chilled.
Yes, you can freeze a flourless sugar-free cocoa cupcake once it has cooled completely. Wrap cupcakes individually or store them in an airtight freezer-safe container, then thaw them in the refrigerator to help preserve their texture.
A flourless sugar-free cocoa cupcake may contain fewer carbohydrates than a standard cupcake, but its ingredients and sweetener still matter. If you have diabetes, consider its portion and recipe within your eating plan, and ask your clinician or dietitian for personal guidance.
A flourless sugar-free cocoa cupcake can turn dry when overbaked, while nut-based batters often have a denser texture than wheat-flour batters. Follow the recipe’s baking cues and avoid extending the baking time just to make the top look darker.
Serve a flourless sugar-free cocoa cupcake with coffee or tea, or add plain yogurt and fresh fruit for a contrasting topping. Mild accompaniments work particularly well because the cocoa flavor can be rich and pronounced.
Vitamins
Biotin
4.4µg · 15% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B12
0.18µg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
1.05mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.23mg · 26% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
116mg · 17% DV
Magnesium
59mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
176mg · 5% DV
Sodium
80mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A small cocoa-flavoured cake, the flourless sugar-free cocoa cupcake is a contemporary recipe style rather than a traditional cake from one particular place. It is made without flour or added sugar, while the ingredients that give it structure and sweetness vary between recipes. That can make its crumb denser and moister than a standard cupcake, with cocoa providing the main flavour.
It works as an occasional treat with coffee or tea, whether served at home or picked up from a bakery offering alternative bakes. Compared with a conventional cupcake, it is lower in carbohydrates; it has 14.8 g per 100 g. For a lighter serving, enjoy it plain rather than adding frosting, or pair it with unsweetened coffee or tea.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.61g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.31g
Omega 6:3 ratio 53.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (53.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.