Apple Crisp Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful warmth of Apple Crisp Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any occasion! These moist cupcakes are infused with tender apples and fragrant spices, topped with a crunchy streusel and creamy frosting. They embody the essence of fall, making them ideal for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation method, these cupcakes will quickly become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Once baked, their irresistible flavor and comforting texture are sure to put a smile on everyone’s face!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 1½ cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium apples, preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
- ⅓ cup packed brown sugar (for streusel)
- ¼ cup old-fashioned oats (for streusel)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (for streusel)
- ¼ cup cold unsalted butter (cubed, for streusel)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened, for frosting)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for frosting)
- Pinch of salt (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fold in diced apples gently.
- Divide batter into muffin cups; sprinkle with streusel topping.
- Bake for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool before frosting with cinnamon cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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