Description
Apple Pie Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of classic apple pie flavors and fluffy cupcakes, making them a must-try dessert for any occasion. Infused with the warmth of cinnamon-spiced apples and topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes evoke the comforting essence of fall and family gatherings. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, enjoying an afternoon snack, or hosting a festive gathering, these treats will fill your home with an irresistible aroma that beckons everyone to indulge. With their charming presentation and delicious flavor profile, Apple Pie Cupcakes are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup finely chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream melted butter with both sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients along with milk until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chopped apples gently.
- Spoon batter into muffin tins about two-thirds full and bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown.
- For frosting, whip softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Once cooled, frost each cupcake generously.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg