Gluten-Free Celebration Cupcakes

Steps

• 1

  Heat oven to 375°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups. In large bowl, beat all cupcake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl frequently. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. (Batter will be thick.) Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each half full.
• 2

  Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in centre comes out clean. Remove from pan to cooling rack; cool completely, about 30 minutes.
• 3

  In small bowl, mix icing sugar and cocoa. In large bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter on medium speed 2 minutes or until creamy. Add icing sugar mixture alternately with 1/4 cup milk, beating on low speed until blended. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla. Frost cupcakes. Garnish with candy sprinkles. Store covered in refrigerator.