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Apple Pie Cupcakes

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Sweet, spiced apple pie filling nestled inside tender vanilla cupcakes and topped with cinnamon buttercream frosting for the perfect bite of autumn flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 apples, peeled and diced
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for buttercream)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for buttercream)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for buttercream)
  • 2 tbsp milk (for buttercream)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
  5. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely.
  6. To prepare the apple filling, combine diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, cornstarch, and water in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes until apples are tender and mixture thickens. Cool completely.
  7. For the buttercream, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Add milk and beat until smooth and fluffy.
  8. Once cupcakes are cool, cut a small hole in the center of each and fill with apple pie filling. Pipe or spread cinnamon buttercream over the top.

Notes

  • Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture.
  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.
  • Extra apple filling can be served alongside the cupcakes.

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