German Chocolate Cupcakes with Raw Caramel Frosting

No need to wait for your birthday to enjoy one of these German Chocolate Cupcakes with Raw Coconut Pecan Caramel Frosting! They’re gluten-free, grain-free, vegan, and healthier than the traditional German Chocolate Cake, but just as delicious!

Cupcakes:
1 1/2 cups almond flour
1/2 cup coconut flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 cup (organic) brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup virgin coconut oil, melted
3 ounces dark vegan chocolate, melted
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Frosting:
1 cup pecans, divided
1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut, divided
1/2 cup virgin coconut oil, solid
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons raw almond butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon sea salt

View the full recipe at The Spicy RD →