Gluten-Free Vanilla Cupcakes Recipe

Craving a sweet treat but avoiding gluten? Look no further! This gluten-free vanilla cupcake recipe is easy to follow and yields moist, delicious cupcakes that everyone will love. Whether you’re gluten-free by choice or necessity, these cupcakes are the perfect solution for birthdays, parties, or just a simple afternoon indulgence.

Why this recipe works: Many gluten-free cupcake recipes result in dry, crumbly cakes. This recipe utilizes a blend of gluten-free flours and the right balance of wet and dry ingredients to create a light and airy texture. The addition of sour cream adds moisture and a subtle tang that enhances the vanilla flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup sour cream
• ½ cup milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
5. In a small bowl, combine sour cream and milk.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
7. Fill cupcake liners about ¾ full.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Frosting Options: These cupcakes are delicious with your favorite vanilla buttercream frosting. You can also try a chocolate buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or even a simple dusting of powdered sugar.

Tips and Variations:

• Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for best results.
• For a richer flavor, use brown butter instead of regular butter.
• Add sprinkles or other decorations to the batter before baking.
• Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Enjoy your delicious, gluten-free vanilla cupcakes! This easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Search terms: Gluten free cupcakes, vanilla cupcakes, gluten free recipe, easy cupcakes, baking, dessert, gluten free dessert.

Ingredients:
1 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum), 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ cup sour cream, ½ cup milk

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