Gluten-Free Classic Vanilla Cupcakes

Light, fluffy, and bursting with sweet vanilla flavor, these Gluten-Free Classic Vanilla Cupcakes are a must-try for anyone seeking a crowd-pleasing dessert without gluten. Made with a carefully balanced gluten-free all-purpose flour blend and a touch of xanthan gum for perfect structure, these cupcakes bake up tender and moist every time. With just 20 minutes of prep and 18 minutes in the oven, you’ll have a dozen perfect cupcakes ready to delight your friends and family. Whether you're hosting a party, celebrating a birthday, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, these gluten-free treats are easy to make and irresistibly delicious. Frost them with your favorite icing or enjoy them plain for a simple, decadent treat—all with the classic appeal of real vanilla and a texture that's just right.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
• 0.5 teaspoons xanthan gum
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, xanthan gum, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

With the mixer on low speed, alternately add the dry ingredients and the milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7

Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(796.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2533.1

Total Fat 111.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 646.8mg	0%
Sodium 1601.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 373.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 209.1g
Protein 22.8g	0%

Vitamin D 218.9IU	0%
Calcium 327.8mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 469.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.8%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 57.6%