Eggless Vanilla Cupcake

unsweetened applesauce

🥗Healthier: mashed banana

💰Cheaper: pureed silken tofu

Mashed banana adds moisture and sweetness, while pureed tofu provides a similar texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option, while margarine is often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and milk powder.

In another bowl, mix milk, melted butter, oil, lemon juice (or vinegar), and vanilla essence until well combined.

Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes.

Transfer cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.

In a separate bowl, beat butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar to make frosting.

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