Apple Pie Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Apple Pie Cupcakes, a perfect fusion of traditional apple pie and light, fluffy cupcakes. These treats feature a tender cake base filled with spiced apple goodness and topped with a creamy whipped topping that brings comfort and joy with every bite. Ideal for family gatherings or festive celebrations, these cupcakes are easy to make and sure to impress your guests. Whether you’re serving them at a party or enjoying them as a sweet snack, Apple Pie Cupcakes are bound to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples, (cored, peeled and diced small)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups (187.5 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, (room temperature)
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, (room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup (122.5 g) whole milk
- 2 ounces cream cheese, (softened)
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (476 g) heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare the apple filling by cooking diced apples with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, salt, butter, and flour until softened. Let cool.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt) in one bowl.
- In another bowl, cream room-temperature butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla.
- Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture alternately with milk until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners halfway with batter, add cooled apple filling, then top with more batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before icing.
- For the topping, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; gradually add heavy cream until soft peaks form; stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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