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Apple Pie Cupcakes

Apple pie cupcakes are a twist on a classic dessert! They are moist, delicious and with fresh apple pie filling in the middle, they give you JUST the right amount of texture! 
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time18 minutes
Total Time48 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple pie cupcake recipe, apple pie cupcakes, Cupcake Recipe
Servings: 12 Cupcakes
Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

Cupcakes

  • 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 room temperature egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Apple Filling

  • 1 ½ cups diced apples, about 2 apples
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Frosting

  • 1 cup softened unsalted butter
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 4-5 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

Cupcakes

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. Set aside.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour, ¾ cup granulated sugar, ¼ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon nutmeg. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ¾ cup sour cream, ½ cup vegetable oil, 1 room temperature egg, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until smooth. Add the flour mixture into the sour cream mixture and mix gently until just barely combined.
  • Use a cupcake scoop to fill the cupcake liners ⅔ of the way full. Add a tablespoon of the apple filling to the center of each cupcake.
  • Bake in the middle rack in the oven for 16-18 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the cupcakes comes out clean and the tops of the cupcakes spring back when pressed on gently. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.

Apple Filling

  • Combine the 1 ½ cups diced apples, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg, and ⅛ teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Bring to a simmer and lower the heat to medium-low. Allow to simmer for 4-5 minutes, until the liquid thickens and the apples begin to soften. Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely.

Frosting

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment to mix the 1 cup softened unsalted butter for 2-3 minutes on medium-high until light and fluffy.
  • Add the 4 cups powdered sugar, ½ cup brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon vanilla. Mix on low for a minute or two, until most of the powdered sugar is absorbed by the butter, and then increase the speed to medium-high. Mix for 3 Minutes.
  • Add the 1 teaspoon cinnamon and 3 tablespoons of the 4-5 tablespoons heavy cream and mix on medium-high until combined. If you want a softer consistency, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of heavy cream and beat for 2 minutes on medium-high.
  • Use a piping bag to pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes. Dust lightly with cinnamon and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 171mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 69g | Vitamin A: 665IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg

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