Description
Apple Pie Cupcakes are the delightful fusion of classic apple pie flavors and soft, fluffy cupcakes. Bursting with warm cinnamon and fresh apple goodness, these treats make for a perfect dessert to celebrate fall or satisfy any sweet craving. With a touch of vanilla frosting mimicking a buttery crust, they are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Bake them for your next gathering or simply enjoy them at home – either way, they are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup apple sauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced apples (preferably Granny Smith)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter until fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and apple sauce; mix until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients while stirring gently. Fold in diced apples.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg