APPLE CUPCAKES CIDER & BROWN SUGAR CINNAMON BUTTERCREAM
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these scrumptious apple cupcakes featuring a rich buttercream infused with cinnamon and brown sugar. Perfect for any autumn gathering or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings!
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Apple Cupcakes Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Eggs | 2 |
| All-purpose flour | 1 ⅔ cups |
| Apple juice | 1 cup |
| Sugar | ½ cup |
| Soft unsalted butter | 1 cup |
| Baking powder | 2 tsp. |
| Ground cinnamon | 1 tsp. |
| Salt | ½ tsp. |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp. |
Cinnamon Brown Sugar Buttercream Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Softened butter | 1 cup |
| Powdered sugar | 3 cups |
| Light brown sugar | ½ cup |
| Cinnamon | 1 tsp. |
| Milk | 2 tbsp. |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp. |
Directions to Make Apple Cupcakes:
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Step 1: Prepare the Cupcake Batter
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Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). In a medium-sized mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, then mix until well combined.
Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
Step 3: Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the apple juice, and mix until a smooth batter forms.
Step 4: Bake the Cupcakes
Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners and fill each liner two-thirds full with the cupcake batter. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 19 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
Steps to Prepare Cinnamon Brown Sugar Buttercream:
Step 1: Make the Buttercream
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the softened butter, powdered sugar, light brown sugar, cinnamon, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and fluffy.
Step 2: Decorate the Cupcakes
Once the cupcakes are cooled, transfer the cinnamon brown sugar buttercream into a piping bag and pipe onto the cupcakes in a decorative swirl. Top each cupcake with a slice of fresh apple for added flavor and presentation.
Step 3: Store and Enjoy
Store the decorated cupcakes in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days at room temperature. Enjoy these delectable apple cupcakes as a delightful treat for any occasion!
