Simple Vanilla & Agave Nectar Cupcakes (Vegan) with Frosting

Ingredients

• 2/3 c. almond milk (or soy milk)
• 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 2/3 c. agave nectar
• 4 oz. apple sauce
• 1-1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp almond extract
• 1-1/3 c. all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 3/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda

Directions

Line muffin pan with cupcake liners and preheat oven to 325F.

Mix soy milk and apple cider vinegar in large bowl; allow to sit for a few minutes to curdle.

Beat in agave, apple sauce, vanilla, and almond extract. Sift in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and mix until smooth. Fill liners 2/3 of the way full. Bake 20-22 minutes.

Vegan Fluffy Butter Cream Frosting

Ingredients

• 1/2 c. non-hydrogenated shortening
• 1/2 c. Organic butter
• 3-1/2 c. confectioner’s sugar
• 1-1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/4 c. almond milk or soy milk