Fiber is a substance found in fruits, vegetables and grains that improves your digestion and helps you control your weight. Most Americans consume only 10 to 15 grams of fiber a day, though older children and adults should have 20 to 35 grams per day, according to MedlinePlus. Cupcakes and other desserts usually don't have much fiber. However, you can add ingredients and toppings to cupcakes to increase fiber content.
Step 1
Substitute 100 percent whole-wheat flour for all-purpose flour. You can also use half whole-wheat flour and half all-purpose flour if you dislike the taste of whole wheat.
Step 2
Add a cup of bran or oatmeal to the cupcake batter before baking.
Step 3
Mix fresh or dried fruit, such as raisins or blueberries, into the cupcake batter before baking. If you add fruits that are moist, such as bananas, reduce the other liquids in the recipe.
Step 4
Add 1 to 2 cups of shredded zucchini to the cupcake batter before baking.
Step 5
Top frosted cupcakes with crumbled bran flakes or fresh or dried fruit. For best results, add fresh fruit just before serving.
Tips and Warnings
- Cupcakes with added fiber are still high in calories and fat.
- You may affect texture or taste when substituting ingredients.
Things You'll Need
- Whole-wheat flour
- Bran flakes
- Oatmeal
- Fresh or dried fruit
- Shredded zucchini
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