Nonna's Gluten-free Italian Wedding Cupcakes

February 25, 2024

Introduction

Welcome to Nonna's kitchen, where gluten-free deliciousness awaits! Today, we're making Italian Wedding Cupcakes that are sure to steal the show at your next celebration. These cupcakes are not only gluten-free but full of traditional Italian flavors that will transport you to the streets of Rome with every bite.

Ingredients

• 2 cups gluten-free flour
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tsp almond extract
• 1/2 cup chopped almonds
• 1/2 cup raisins
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in the milk and almond extract.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Fold in the chopped almonds and raisins.
8. Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
10. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, dust the cupcakes with powdered sugar for a beautiful finish.

Get ready to delight your taste buds and impress your guests with these gluten-free Italian Wedding Cupcakes. Buon appetito!