Description
Apple Pie Cupcakes are the perfect blend of comfort and indulgence, bringing the classic flavors of apple pie into a delightful cupcake form. Each bite is filled with tender apples, warm cinnamon, and topped with a luscious cinnamon frosting that elevates this treat to new heights. Ideal for cozy gatherings, potlucks, or sweet surprises for friends, these cupcakes evoke feelings of nostalgia and warmth. Experience the joy of homemade desserts with this easy-to-follow recipe that even novice bakers can master.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced apples
- ½ cup buttermilk
- Ground cinnamon (for both batter and frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a small bowl, mix diced apples with lemon juice and sugar; set aside.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy in a large bowl; add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk; fold in apples gently.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cupcakes on wire rack before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (62g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg