I’m sure you’ve had your fair share of avocado toast by now. We’ve seen things from poached eggs to grilled peaches on top of the nutrient-packed super fruit, and at this point, it can get slightly nauseating. But I admit, every now and then, I cave in and indulge as a guilty pleasure.
Instead of filling up your Instagram feed with yet another #avotoast, make these avocado toast cupcakes instead, which fuses dessert and breakfast into a tangy, creamy concoction. And it’s all semi-homemade, which means you can spend less time baking and more time eating. Sandra Lee would be hella proud.
Chocolate Cupcakes with Avocado Buttercream
- Prep Time:30 minutes
- Cook Time:20 minutes
- Total Time:50 minutes
- Servings:24 cupcakes
- Medium
- 1 store-bought chocolate cake mix
- 2 ripe medium avocados
- 1 lime, cut in half
- 2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 sticks butter, softened
Ingredients
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Step 1
Make chocolate cake mix according to instructions on the box. Be sure to divide batter into a muffin tin and bake as directed.
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Step 2
In a separate bowl, mix together the avocado flesh and the juice from both lime halves. Try to get rid of as many chunks as possible.
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Step 3
Add the powdered sugar and butter and mix until smooth and creamy. Add more sugar if the mixture is runny.
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Step 4
Transfer frosting to a resealable plastic or piping bag, and swirl the frosting on top of cooled cupcakes.
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Cinnamon Toast Croutons
- Prep Time:10 minutes
- Cook Time:10 minutes
- Total Time:20 minutes
- Servings:Tops 24 Cupcakes
- Medium
- 5 thin slices of French bread
- 2 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Ingredients
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Step 1
Preheat oven to 300°F.
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Step 2
Cut the bread into small cubes, being careful not to tear the slices.
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Step 3
Put bread cubes in a bowl, and add melted butter, cinnamon, and sugar. Shake to evenly coat.
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Step 4
Line a baking tray with foil, and spread bread cubes in a single layer. Bake for 10 minutes.
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Step 5
Add croutons on top of piped cupcakes and enjoy.
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