Vegan Gluten-Free Vanilla Cupcakes

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 ¼ cups (300ml) soy milk (or any non-dairy milk)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup (150g) gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) vegetable oil (e.g., canola or sunflower)
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For the Frosting:

  • ½ cup (113g) vegan butter, softened
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tablespoons dairy-free milk (to adjust consistency)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tray with cupcake liners.
  2. Make Vegan Buttermilk: In a small bowl, combine the soy milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to curdle.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the curdled soy milk mixture, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
  5. Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare Frosting:
    • In a mixing bowl, beat the softened vegan butter until creamy.
    • Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
    • Add dairy-free milk as needed to achieve your desired frosting consistency.
  9. Frost the Cupcakes: Once cooled, frost each cupcake generously with the vanilla frosting using a spatula or piping bag.
  10. Serve and Enjoy: Decorate with sprinkles if desired and enjoy your delicious Vegan Gluten-Free Vanilla Cupcakes!

Tips

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • Customization: Feel free to add chocolate chips or fruit puree for added flavor variations.
  • Flour Blend: Ensure your gluten-free flour blend contains xanthan gum; if not, add about ½ teaspoon to help with texture.
  • Color: You can use vegan food color to give your cupcakes a special touch.

These Vegan Gluten-Free Vanilla Cupcakes are sure to be a hit at any gathering! Enjoy your delightful creation!

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