Best 5 Apple Banana Cupcakes Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with our irresistible Apple Banana Cupcakes. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the sweet crunch of apples with the velvety smoothness of bananas. Each bite is an explosion of fruity goodness, perfectly complemented by a luscious cream cheese frosting.

Additionally, discover more tantalizing treats in our recipe collection:

1. **Classic Vanilla Cupcakes:** Experience the timeless charm of these classic vanilla cupcakes, topped with a fluffy vanilla buttercream frosting. Their simplicity and elegance make them a versatile choice for any occasion.

2. **Decadent Chocolate Cupcakes:** Dive into the rich and indulgent world of chocolate cupcakes, featuring a moist chocolate cake batter and a velvety chocolate ganache frosting. These cupcakes are a chocolate lover's dream come true.

3. **Zesty Lemon Cupcakes:** Awaken your senses with these vibrant lemon cupcakes, bursting with citrusy goodness. The tangy lemon cake batter is perfectly balanced by a sweet and tangy lemon cream cheese frosting.

4. **Salted Caramel Cupcakes:** Embark on a journey of sweet and salty delight with these salted caramel cupcakes. The combination of a moist vanilla cake batter, a gooey salted caramel filling, and a decadent caramel buttercream frosting creates a truly unforgettable experience.

5. **Funfetti Cupcakes:** Celebrate the playful side of life with these colorful funfetti cupcakes. The confetti-speckled cake batter is topped with a fluffy vanilla buttercream frosting, making these cupcakes a delightful treat for parties and celebrations.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BANANA APPLE MUFFINS



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This recipe makes a light tasty muffin that stays moist. They're flavorful whether served plain, with butter and jam or dipped in cinnamon-sugar right out of the oven. -Alice Muradliyan, Covina, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 egg
1/3 cup milk
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup grated peeled tart apple
1/4 cup mashed ripe banana

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In another bowl, beat the egg, milk and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in apple and banana., Fill greased muffin cups about three-fourths full. Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

APPLE BANANA CUPCAKES



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Make and share this Apple Banana Cupcakes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by the_russian_beauty

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 24 cupcakes, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2/3 cup shortening
1 1/4 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 cup ripe banana, mashed
2 apples, peeled, cored and shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and flour 24 muffin cups, or use paper liners. Sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and buttermilk. Beat in the flour mixture, mixing just until incorporated. Fold in the mashed bananas and shredded apples. Fill each muffin cup half full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.1, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 17.7, Sodium 158.3, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 12.6, Protein 1.8

MOIST BANANA CUPCAKES



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I got this recipe my mother-in-law more than 40 years ago. They taste as good today as they did back then!-Arloia Lutz, Sebewaing, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup shortening
2/3 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 small bananas)
1-1/3 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla and bananas. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg; add to the creamed mixture just until combined. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BANANA CUPCAKES



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This recipe was given to me by my mother, and I've since handed it down to my daughters. The moist cupcakes are topped with frosting that comes together in no time. And if you'd like even more banana taste, stir some mashed banana into it. -Wanda Thole, Leonard, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup shortening
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup buttermilk
FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
3 to 4 tablespoons milk
Colored sprinkles, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla and bananas. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to banana mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition., Fill 18 paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. , In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy; add enough milk to achieve desired spreading consistency. Frost cupcakes. Garnish with sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MARI'S BANANA CUPCAKES



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These cupcakes are fluffy, moist, and good to eat at any time of day. This recipe is very easy to do, so cheer up and bake! They are easy, delicious, and fun to make!

Provided by Mari

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 bananas, mashed
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
¾ cup vegetable oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
3 tablespoons buttermilk
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup confectioners' sugar, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease 14 muffin cups.
  • Lightly beat bananas and white sugar together in a bowl until smooth; add eggs, one at a time, until incorporated. Beat in vegetable oil until well blended, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in flour, baking soda, and buttermilk; mix well. Fold in pecans. Pour batter into the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean, 20 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle cupcakes with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Cholesterol 26.7 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 193.9 mg, Sugar 26.7 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your cupcakes will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make your cupcakes tough and dense.
  • Fill the cupcake liners only 2/3 full. This will prevent them from overflowing in the oven.
  • Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes about 20-25 minutes.
  • Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

These apple banana cupcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are moist, fluffy, and full of flavor, and the cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch. Whether you are a beginner baker or a seasoned pro, you will love this recipe.

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