These delicious, low-sugar 21 Day Fix banana cupcakes are generously topped with fluffy whipped cardamom-coconut frosting and are basically a dream come true.
Hey guys! If you checked out Wednesday’s post, you already know that today is a special day for me, it’s this little blog’s birthday (or blogiversary in blogger speak ;-)). I’ve been using this day to kind of take a look back at the last year and think about the things that I’ve accomplished, the things I know I can do better and the exciting things that I still want to do. Ya know, because a little retrospection is good for the soul.

The prettiest eggs from my friend’s Easter Egger chickens!
I know something else that’s good for the soul* (I think you know where I’m going with this) – CUPCAKES! Because celebrations deserve cupcakes and I’m definitely celebrating today!! You guys, I might just be the luckiest girl in the world. I have an incredible crew of family and friends, I live in one of the most spectacular places on Earth and I get to do this job that I love SO much. And that last part? That’s because of you! So I just want to say thank you so much for reading and cooking and eating and sharing posts and telling your friends. It means more to me than you could ever know. These cupcakes are for you <3
Let’s get on to these pretty treats! Ok, banana + Coconut + Cardamom? I mean this flavor combo is ridiculous. If you’ve never used cardamom before, you NEED to check it out. It’s one of my very favorite spices – it’s sweet, fresh, and a little citrus-y. It just livens up anything you put it in. Oh, and it’s ah-mazing with banana and coconut 😉
If you’re wondering to yourself, “How in the hells bells is a cupcake 21 Day Fix approved?” Let me break it down. Basically I took a banana cupcake recipe that I already loved from Cooking Light and played with it until it used significantly less butter and sugar (swapping out a couple other less desirable ingredients as well), then I topped it with a gorgeous pile of low-sugar whipped cardamom-coconut cream. And you know what? It’s freaking delicious. The texture of the cake is perfection and the only real difference in flavor is that there’s less sugar in this cupcake. I don’t know about you, but after cutting out so much sugar from my diet already, I haven’t really been enjoying regular frosted cupcakes as much anyway, so I really love it. However, if you’d like it to be sweeter, you could always add some stevia to sweeten it up a bit more.
Ok, let’s talk about this frosting for a hot minute. Have you guys tried whipping coconut cream yet? This was my first time and I can’t believe that I waited so long to try it. It is fluffy and rich and dare I say it? Luxurious. I love that the coconut has a natural sweetness so it doesn’t need much help in the way of added sugar, plus it pipes up beautifully like whipped cream. Added bonus: you can make this with just 2 ingredients and it will be the easiest frosting you’ll ever make.
On another note, it’s also Cinco de Mayo, my friends! If you need some last minute inspo, here are some of my Mexican-inspired favorites:
- 21 Day Fix Homemade Roasted Salsa Verde
- Salmon Tacos with Deconstructed Guacamole
- 21 Day Fix Watermelon Margarita
- Chipotle Pork Soft Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
- Black Bean Hummus Taco Dip with Pita Chips
Anyway, I hope you love these 21 Day Fix banana cupcakes as much as my family does!
*My segues are totally improving. 😉
If you make these 21 Day Fix cupcakes be sure to snap a pic and tag me @thefoodieandthefix or use #thefoodieandthefix on Instagram so I can check it out! It makes me ridiculously happy to see what you guys are making 🙂
Container Equivalents per Serving: 1 Yellow, 1 Blue, 1 Tsp and 2 teaspoons of sugar
21 Day Fix Banana Cupcakes with Whipped Cardamom-Coconut Cream Frosting
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Happy Anniversary! Yesterday…. 🙂
These look to die for! seriously. You had me at banana and coconut cream. DROOOOOL
Thanks, sweets! That coconut cream is everything! <3 <3 <3
Now I am craving for these cupcakes! The frosting looks super yummy!!! I must try this recipe. Thanks for sharing <3
Thanks, Linh! Yes, you must! And I’d love to hear how you liked them if you do 🙂