classic cupcakes

The humble cupcake has become a phenomenon in recent years with specialised cupcake shops popping up all over the world. Maybe it was Sex and the City that got us started but nevertheless we’re all addicted now. However, it’s still often difficult to find a gluten free option when scanning the cabinet. This basic cupcake recipe is sure to get you started on the trend.  Master this and then we can master the icing.

225g unsalted butter

225g Gluten Free Self Raising Flour

225g caster sugar

4 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla

1 tsp baking powder

1. Heat the oven to 180C/fan. Prepare two 12 hole cupcake trays with paper liners. Simply halve the recipe if you just want 12.  

2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla and baking powder. Make sure the mixture is very smooth to ensure the perfect cupcake.

3. Spoon into prepared cupcake tin, making sure the batter is evenly distributed.

4. Bake in the preheated oven for 16-20 minutes, making sure the cupcakes don’t brown too much on top.

5. Remove from oven and allow cakes to cool for 5 minutes before removing from tray and placing on a wire rack to cool completely.

Gluten Free – Wheat Free