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Carrot Cake Cupcakes

gluten free & dairy free!

Carrot Cake Cupcakes

Yield

6 cupcakes

Type

Gluten Free & Dairy Free

Time

1 hour  42 minutes

Level

Moderate

This small batch gluten free carrot cake cupcake recipe makes just 6 cupcakes which is perfect for a small family.

Ingredients

Preheat oven to 375°F, and line a muffin tin with 6 paper cups. Combine the gluten free flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Step 1

Add the brown sugar and egg to a mixing bowl. Use an electric mixer to beat them on medium speed for 3 minutes until the egg has increased in volume and the color is lighter.

Step 2

With the mixer on, slowly pour the oil in at the edge of the bowl. Mix until combined.

Step 3

Add the vanilla followed by the flour mixture. Mix on the lowest speed until the dry ingredients are just incorporated.

Step 4

Add the applesauce and grated carrots. Stir together with a spatula until evenly mixed in.

Step 5

Portion the batter into 6 cups. Bake for 21-23 minutes. Allow to cool completely before decorating.

Step 6

A perfect small-batch cupcake recipe!

As a lifelong baker who had to go gluten free and dairy free in 2016, Tiffany strives to share allergen friendly recipes that never feel like they are free from anything.

Recipes Can Be Found at wellfedbaker.com