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Gluten-Free Cream Cheese Frosted Muffins

These gluten-free muffins are moist and delicious, topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting, making them a perfect treat for breakfast or as a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Ingredients
  • 2 cups gluten-free flour Use a suitable gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk (or dairy-free substitute)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Fill the muffin liners about 2/3 full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Frosting
  1. While the muffins are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting by beating the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Once cooled, spread the frosting on top of the muffins.

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding chocolate chips, nuts, or fruit to the batter. If your frosting is too thick, add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency.