Description
Apple Pie Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of classic apple pie flavors and the convenience of cupcakes. These tender, spiced cakes are generously filled with homemade apple pie filling and topped with a light and airy whipped cream, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to cozy nights at home. Each bite is bursting with the comforting essence of apples, cinnamon, and a touch of sweetness, offering a nostalgic taste experience reminiscent of autumn gatherings. Easy to prepare and beautifully presented, these cupcakes will impress both your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 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, and flour until tender.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- Mix dry ingredients for the batter, then cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla.
- Combine dry ingredients with milk until just mixed; fill each liner halfway with batter.
- Top with apple filling and cover with more batter until two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese until smooth, add sugar, then whip in heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg