Description
Apple Pie Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, merging the warm, comforting flavors of traditional apple pie with the convenience of cupcakes. These treats feature a tender apple filling spiced with cinnamon, all topped with a luscious whipped cream frosting. Perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to festive celebrations—these cupcakes are not only delicious but also visually stunning. Each bite offers a nostalgic taste of fall, making them an irresistible choice for dessert lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- For the apple filling, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add diced apples, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, salt, and flour; cook until tender (about 5-7 minutes). Let cool.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture while alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fill each liner halfway with batter, add one tablespoon of apple filling, then cover with more batter until two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before frosting.
- For the whipped cream topping, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Gradually add heavy cream until stiff peaks form; mix in vanilla and salt.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg