Description

Apple Pie Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of traditional apple pie flavors and the convenience of cupcakes, making them the perfect treat for fall gatherings and celebrations. Each cupcake features a tender cake base filled with spiced apple filling reminiscent of classic apple pie, topped off with a luscious whipped cream frosting. These portable desserts are not only delicious but also visually stunning, guaranteed to impress your guests. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, this recipe is suitable for bakers of all skill levels. Whether enjoyed at a cozy family dinner or displayed on a dessert table at parties, these cupcakes are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings!

Ingredients

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3 medium Granny Smith apples
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
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 all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¾ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs (room temperature)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup whole milk
2 ounces cream cheese (softened)
½ cup granulated sugar
2 cups heavy cream
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch kosher salt

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Instructions

Prepare the apple filling by cooking diced apples with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and flour until softened.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
Whisk together dry ingredients in one bowl; in another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs and vanilla.
Combine wet and dry ingredients; fill cupcake liners halfway with batter, add apple filling, then cover with more batter.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
For the whipped cream topping, beat softened cream cheese with sugar, then add heavy cream and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Frost cooled cupcakes generously with whipped cream.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (92g)
Calories: 330
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 70mg