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Gluten-Free Cookies & Cream Cupcakes

Delicious gluten-free cupcakes infused with cookies and cream flavor, topped with a creamy frosting and crushed cookies.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour Ensure it's a blend suitable for baking
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder For chocolate flavor
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature
  • 1/2 cup milk Dairy or non-dairy
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 6 pieces gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies Crushed for batter
Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream Or milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 pieces gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies Crushed for topping

Method
 

Prepare the Cupcake Batter
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the crushed chocolate cookies.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Make the Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
  3. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
  4. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them generously with the prepared frosting.
  5. Sprinkle the crushed chocolate cookies on top of the frosted cupcakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gFiber: 1gSugar: 18g

Notes

Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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