Description
Apple Pie Cupcakes are the ultimate fusion of classic apple pie flavors and the convenience of cupcakes. These delightful treats feature a moist, spiced cake filled with warm apple filling, all topped with creamy whipped cream. Perfect for fall gatherings, birthday celebrations, or anytime you crave something sweet, these cupcakes are sure to impress family and friends alike. The combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and fresh Granny Smith apples creates an irresistible flavor that captures the essence of homemade apple pie. Easy to make and customizable with various toppings, these portable desserts are ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (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 (for topping)
- 2 cups (476 g) heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping)
- 1 pinch kosher salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the apple filling by sautéing diced apples with sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and butter until softened.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Make the cupcake batter by creaming butter and sugar, then mixing in eggs and dry ingredients alternately with milk.
- Fill cupcake liners halfway with batter, add a spoonful of cooled apple filling, then top off with more batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean; allow to cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare whipped cream by beating together cream cheese and heavy cream until stiff peaks form; frost cooled cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg