Gluten-Free Decadent Chocolate Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting

Indulge your sweet tooth without the gluten with these luscious Gluten-Free Decadent Chocolate Cupcakes with Buttercream Frosting! Made with a perfectly balanced blend of gluten-free all-purpose flour and rich unsweetened cocoa powder, these treats are irresistibly moist, thanks to the addition of boiling water for that velvety texture. Topped with a cloud-like vanilla buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are the perfect combination of classic flavor and allergen-friendly baking. Ready in just under 40 minutes, these easy-to-make cupcakes are ideal for birthdays, parties, or any occasion that calls for something deliciously chocolatey and gluten-free. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this crowd-pleasing dessert that delivers flavor without compromise!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Milk (or non-dairy alternative)
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Boiling water
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 4 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Milk (for buttercream)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for buttercream)

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, sift together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the granulated sugar and two large eggs together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Mix in the vanilla extract, milk, and vegetable oil until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 6

Pour the boiling water into the batter and mix until smooth. The batter will be thin.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 8

Bake for 16-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 9

While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the buttercream frosting. In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy.

Step 10

Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.

Step 11

Add the milk and vanilla extract, then beat on high speed until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.

Step 12

Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, use a piping bag or a knife to frost each cupcake with the buttercream.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy your delicious, gluten-free chocolate cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1596.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5465.1

Total Fat 239.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 631.2mg	0%
Sodium 2896.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 906.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 67.2g	0%
Total Sugars 682.8g
Protein 57.0g	0%

Vitamin D 159IU	0%
Calcium 502.9mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 3133.1mg	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: 35.9%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 60.3%