08/08/2025
✨ Cozy vibes in every bite! ✨
These Gluten-Free Carrot Cake Cupcakes are moist, fluffy, and topped with the dreamiest creamy frosting. Perfect for fall gatherings, Thanksgiving, or just because you deserve a sweet treat. 🍂🧁
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
½ cup vegetable oil or avocado oil
¾ cup brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup freshly grated carrots
¼ cup crushed pineapple (optional)
¼ cup chopped walnuts or raisins (optional)
For the Frosting:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
For the Topping (optional):
Chopped walnuts
Shredded coconut
Light dusting of ground cinnamon
Instructions
1-Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2-In a medium bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3-In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs, oil, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
4-Stir in grated carrots, and if using, pineapple and walnuts or raisins.
5-Fold in dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
6-Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling about ¾ full.
7-Bake 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8-Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
1-Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
2-Add vanilla extract and beat again.
3-Gradually mix in powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
Assembly
1-Frost cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or spatula.
2-Garnish with chopped walnuts, shredded coconut, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Storage
Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.