Description
Indulge in the delightful blend of nostalgia and flavor with our Apple Pie Cupcakes. These tender, spiced cupcakes capture the essence of traditional apple pie in a fun, portable form. Each bite reveals a luscious apple filling made from fresh Granny Smith apples, perfectly balanced by warm cinnamon and nutmeg. Topped with stabilized whipped cream, these cupcakes are not only visually stunning but also easy to make, making them perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any cozy gathering. Whether you enjoy them as is or customize them with your favorite toppings, these Apple Pie Cupcakes are sure to impress!
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 and spices until tender.
- Make the cupcake batter by mixing flour, baking powder, spices, butter, eggs, and milk until smooth.
- Assemble by layering cupcake batter and apple filling in muffin tins.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare the whipped cream topping by whipping cream cheese and heavy cream until fluffy; frost cooled cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg