Ingredients

  • 1 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 cup whole wheat self-rising flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 None large eggs + 1 egg white, lightly beaten
  • 2/3 cup applesauce
  • 1/4 cup low-fat milk
  • 1/4 cup light olive oil
  • 2 oz dried figs, finely chopped
  • 2 oz raisins
  • 2 oz light cream cheese
  • 1 tsp finely grated orange zest
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners. For the batter, sift flours and sugar into a medium bowl and make a well in the center. Add egg, applesauce, milk and oil. Using an electric mixer, beat on low speed for 1 min or until smooth. Stir in figs and raisins then spoon batter into prepared pan. Bake for 20-25 mins, until a skewer out clean. Cool in pan.
  • For the frosting, mix cream cheese, zest and powdered sugar in a small bowl until well combined. Spread on the cooled cupcakes and serve.