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Apple Cinnamon Cupcakes Recipe Perfect for Fall Baking

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Soft, moist apple cinnamon cupcakes bursting with warm fall flavors, perfect for cozy gatherings or Thanksgiving dessert tables.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
  • 1 cup (150g) finely chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2 cups (250g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for frosting)
  • 1–2 tbsp (15-30ml) milk (for frosting)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined—don’t overmix!
  6. Fold in the chopped apples gently using a spatula.
  7. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  10. While the cupcakes cool, make the frosting. Beat the butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar and cinnamon. Add the vanilla and milk, adjusting for desired consistency.
  11. Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or spatula. Sprinkle a little cinnamon on top for extra flair!

Notes

[‘Make sure eggs, milk, and butter are room temperature for the best texture.’, ‘Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cupcakes fluffy.’, ‘Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture.’, ‘Cool cupcakes completely before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.’, ‘Adjust frosting consistency with milk or powdered sugar as needed.’]

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Keywords: apple cinnamon cupcakes, fall dessert, easy baking, Thanksgiving dessert, cozy cupcakes

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