Chocolate Cupcakes with Very Berry Sauce

Muffins

• 1 3/4 c oats
• 3 egg whites (whipped)
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt 
• 1/2 tsp cream of tartar (or 2 tsp. vinegar)
• 1-1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1-1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 1/4 cup honey (more if you want a sweeter cupcake reduce liquid if adding more)
• 1/4 cup maple syrup (more if you want a sweeter cupcake reduce liquid if adding more)
• 2 T nut butter (I used almond)
• Very Berry Sauce (recipe follows)

    Directions:

Combine all ingredients except for the egg whites.  Fold egg whites into chocolate mixture, being very careful not to deflate.  Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes.  Let cool and top with a layer of Very Berry Sauce.

Sauce

• 1 1/3 cups frozen berry blend
• scant 1/8 cup honey
• 1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
• 1/3 cup water

Directions:

I a small sauce pan over medium-high heat bring all ingredients to a boil for 2 minutes.  Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 4 minutes.  Let cool.

enjoy!