Best 7 School Days Applesauce Cupcakes Recipes

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Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of childhood with our delectable School Days Applesauce Cupcakes. These cupcakes are a delightful treat that will transport you back to the carefree days of school lunches and playground adventures. Each bite offers a perfect blend of fluffy vanilla cake, sweet and tangy applesauce, and a creamy vanilla frosting that ties it all together.

This recipe collection features two variations of this classic treat: the classic School Days Applesauce Cupcakes and a funfetti version for a touch of extra cheer. Both recipes are easy to follow, making them perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you're looking for a delightful addition to your next bake sale or a sweet treat to enjoy with friends and family, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

2 INGREDIENT APPLESAUCE CUPCAKES



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Provided by Holley Grainger

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup unsweetened apple sauce
1 box vanilla cake mix (14-oz)
peanut butter
almond butter
Chocolate hazelnut spread
Vanilla or chocolate icing
Grape jelly
Dye-free sprinkle
mini chocolate chips
Coconut
Toasted chopped nuts
Whole nuts
Fresh apple slices

Steps:

  • Stir together apple sauce and cake mix in a large bowl until combined. Spray muffin tins with cooking spray and then evenly add batter to the muffin cups filling each 2/3 full.
  • Bake at 350F for 16 - 17 minutes or until they're golden brown a wooden pick inserted in the center of the cupcake comes out clean. Cool the cupcakes on a baking rack. Once cool, decorate with optional spreads and sprinkles. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

APPLESAUCE SPICE CUPCAKES



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I began making these moist cupcakes in grade school and still bake them today. -Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs. room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
3/4 cup applesauce
1 cup prepared cream cheese frosting

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with applesauce., Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack. Frost cooled cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ADORABLE APPLESAUCE CUPCAKES



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Applesauce is a low-fat alternative to oil in baked goods. Plus, it keeps cupcakes moist and adds a subtle fresh flavor.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup apple juice
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon red paste food color
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting
12 thin pretzel sticks, broken into pieces
16 spearmint leaf gumdrops
12 gummy worm candies, cut in half, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  • In large bowl, beat cupcake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  • Bake 18 to 23 minutes or until tops spring back when lightly touched. Cool in pans 10 minutes; carefully remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir paste food color into frosting in container. Spread frosting over cupcakes.
  • To decorate cupcakes, poke 1 pretzel piece into each cupcake for stem. Cut each gumdrop leaf into 3 slices. Poke 2 gumdrop leaves into top of each cupcake on either side of pretzel stem. Poke half of gummy worm into each cupcake. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 72 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 54 g, TransFat 0 g

APPLESAUCE-FILLED CUPCAKES



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Easy cinnamon-flavored, applesauce-filled cupcakes are drizzled with cinnamon icing and garnished with chopped pecans.

Provided by Mott's

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
⅓ cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 cup Mott's® Natural Applesauce
1 cup confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons milk, or as needed
Chopped pecans for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) or to temperature indicated on cake mix package. Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners.
  • Pour cake mix into bowl and add 2 teaspoons cinnamon. Prepare cake batter (with vegetable oil and eggs) according to package directions.
  • Fill muffin cups 2/3 full, and bake according to package directions (typically 18 to 21 minutes) or until a toothpick inserted into the middle of a cupcake comes out clean.
  • Remove muffin pans from the oven, and allow to cool.
  • Cut a plug about 1-1/2" inches long and 3/4 inch in diameter out of the center of each cupcake. Fill the opening with about 2 teaspoons applesauce or enough to fill hole.
  • Beat together the confectioners' sugar, cinnamon, and milk until mixture can be drizzled. If too thin, add more sugar; if too thick, add more milk. Drizzle icing over top of cupcake. Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Allow icing to dry before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 20.8 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 126 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

SCHOOL DAYS APPLESAUCE CUPCAKES



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Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix and frosting come together in this beautiful applesauce flavored cupcake--a perfect dessert to remind you of your school days.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup apple juice or cider
1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
3 eggs
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup milk
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup Betty Crocker™ Whipped fluffy white frosting
48 miniature chocolate candy bars (from 12-oz bag), unwrapped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups. In large bowl, beat cupcake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake 18 to 23 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar; heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Stir in milk; return to a boil. Remove from heat. Beat in powdered sugar with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Frost cupcakes. (If frosting becomes thick, stir in 1/2 teaspoon milk.)
  • For each cupcake, pipe computer keyboard and screen onto 2 chocolate candy bars. Pipe frosting on 1 long edge of keyboard; place screen onto keyboard. Pipe small amount of frosting on bottom of computer; place on cupcake. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 39 g, TransFat 0 g

SPICED APPLESAUCE CUPCAKES



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These are SO darn good! This recipe makes a nice, big batch of cupcakes - it's good for taking to the office, parties, etc. Recipe is from Sunset.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 18 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 cup finely chopped pecans
3/4 cup powdered sugar
5 teaspoons apple juice, about

Steps:

  • Whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and salt until very well combined; set aside.
  • In a mixer, beat butter and sugar until creamy; add egg and beat until fluffy.
  • Stir in applesauce.
  • Gradually add flour mixture, beating until well blended; stir in nuts.
  • Spoon batter into paper-lined or well-greased 2 1/2-inch muffin pans, filling each about 2/3 full.
  • Bake in a 350°oven until tops spring back when lightly touched (20-25 min).
  • let cool in pans on wire racks for about 5 minutes.
  • Prepare Apple Glaze, carefully remove cupcakes, place on racks and brush with glaze.
  • Apple Glaze: mix powdered sugar and apple juice until smoothly blended and of a good brushing consistency.

APPLESAUCE CUPCAKES



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I haven't had the chance to try this yet, for I can't have an oven in a college dorm. Found this on the American Girl website and thought it sounded very yummy!

Provided by Axel of the flames

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups flour, sifted
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shortening
3/4 cup honey
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 cup seedless raisin
1/4 cup broken walnut pieces
your favourite frosting

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350. Line the cupcake pans with paper liners.
  • Put the sifter into the medium mixing bowl. Measure the sifted flour, baking soda, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, and salt into the sifter. Sift these dry ingredients into the bowl.
  • Measure the shortening into the large mixing bowl. Use the electric mixer to beat the shortening until it is fluffy.
  • Add the honey to the shortening and continue to beat the mixture for 2 minutes. Stop the mixer once or twice and use the rubber spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  • Add half the applesauce and half the sifted dry ingredients to the honey-and-shortening mixture. Mix at medium speed until all the flour disappears. Stop once or twice to scrape down the sides of the bowl with the spatula.
  • Add the remaining applesauce and dry ingredients. Mix again until everything is blended.
  • Use the wooden spoon to stir in the raisins and walnut pieces.
  • Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  • Bake the cupcakes for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Poke a toothpick through the center of a cupcake. If the toothpick comes out clean, the cupcakes are done. Set them on the racks to cool.
  • After 10 minutes, take the cupcakes out of the pans and let them cool completely on the racks before frosting them.

Tips:

  • Prep is key: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and measure accurately. This helps achieve a consistent and quality batter.
  • Creaming method: For these cupcakes, use the creaming method. This means creaming together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then gradually adding the eggs. This incorporates air and gives the cupcakes a tender crumb.
  • Fold in dry ingredients gently: Once you've creamed the butter, sugar, and eggs together, alternate adding the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt) and milk or buttermilk in three additions, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. This prevents overmixing, ensuring a light and fluffy texture.
  • Fill cupcake liners appropriately: Don't overfill the cupcake liners. Aim to fill them about 2/3 full to allow for rising during baking.
  • Baking temperature and time: Bake the cupcakes at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking.
  • Cool before frosting: Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them. This helps prevent the frosting from melting and seeping into the cupcakes, ensuring a neat and professional look.

Conclusion:

Whether you're making these cupcakes for school days, a special occasion, or just because, these applesauce cupcakes are sure to delight. With their moist and tender crumb, sweet and tangy applesauce flavor, and creamy vanilla frosting, they're a classic treat that everyone will love. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get baking!

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