Best 3 Spiced Apple Cupcakes Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful aroma and comforting flavors of spiced apple cupcakes, a classic treat that embodies the essence of fall. These individual delights feature a moist and tender crumb infused with a medley of warm spices, perfectly complemented by a luscious cream cheese frosting. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors, making them irresistible to cupcake enthusiasts of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe provides easy-to-follow instructions, ensuring a successful baking experience. Additionally, variations such as gluten-free and vegan options are included to cater to diverse dietary needs, allowing everyone to savor the joys of these delectable spiced apple cupcakes.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SPICED APPLE CUPCAKES WITH SALTED CARAMEL FROSTING



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Honorable Mention Bisquick® Recipe Contest 2010! Mix it up - apples, caramels and a touch of salt to create irresistible cupcakes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

Reynolds™ Baking Cups
1 1/2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon apple pie spice
1/2 cup apple cider or juice
2 tablespoons butter or shortening, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1 1/4 cups chopped peeled apple (about 1 medium)
3/4 cup Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy Vanilla frosting (from 1 lb-container)
1/4 cup caramel topping
1/4 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Place Reynolds Baking Cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups
  • In large bowl, beat all cupcake ingredients except apple with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on medium speed 4 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Fold in apple. Fill muffin cups about three-fourths full.
  • Bake 17 to 22 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately remove cupcakes from pan to cooling rack; cool completely.
  • In small bowl, mix frosting and caramel topping until smooth and spreadable. Frost cupcakes. Sprinkle with kosher salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

SPICED APPLE CUPCAKES WITH SALTED CARAMEL BUTTERCREAM



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These cupcakes contain all the flavors of a caramel-dipped apple with the loving touch of apple pie spices and salted caramel. These cupcakes are moist with tender pieces of apple nestled inside, then topped with a velvety salted caramel buttercream frosting. Decadent, delightful and definitely worth sharing the calories with your friends and family!

Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe

Categories     Apple

Time 2h19m

Yield 30 Cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, ground
1/4 teaspoon ginger, ground
1/8 teaspoon clove, ground
3 eggs, beaten
3/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 cups apples, peeled, finely chopped (McIntosh, Granny Smith, Cortland, Northern Spy or any other tart, firm apple)
1 cup butter, salted
2 cups brown sugar
2/3 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 1/2-4 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare muffin pans with cupcake liners.
  • In large bowl, combine flour, sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk eggs. Then whisk in oil, milk and vanilla.
  • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and beat at medium speed until combined.
  • Fold in chopped apples.
  • Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full with batter.
  • Bake for 18-19 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or cakes bounce back when pressed lightly.
  • Allow cupcakes to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, prepare your caramel buttercream.
  • In saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. With a wooden spoon, stir in brown sugar and continue to stir until dissolved. Then stir in heavy cream, vanilla and salt. Once mixture reaches a slow, rolling boil, cook for 5-7 minutes or until mixture begins to thicken to a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat and set aside to cool. Once cooled to a manageable temperature, transfer to a mixing bowl.
  • With an electric mixer, gradually beat in confectioner's sugar until mixture is smooth and velvety. If necessary, use a little more or less to reach the desired consistency.
  • Frost cupcakes using your desired method. I prefer to pipe it in a thick swirl, using a wide round tip or spreading with a flat spatula.

SPICED APPLE CUPCAKES



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I came up with the combination of cinnamon and cayenne. I was making cinnamon toast one day and accidentally sprinkled cayenne pepper on my toast instead of cinnamon! I decided to just add cinnamon to the cayenne and I loved it. I am constantly making cupcakes and thought I would try my new found combination in cupcakes. I loved the end result and hope you do, too. The apple spice cupcake are topped with a rich and silky maple frosting.-Elisha Ayers, Unicoi, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
4 eggs
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
MAPLE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
Ground allspice

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute apple and coriander until tender. Remove from the heat and set aside., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in applesauce (mixture will appear curdled). Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cayenne; gradually add to the creamed mixture until combined. Fold in apple mixture. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. , Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar and maple syrup; beat until smooth. Pipe frosting onto cupcakes. Sprinkle with allspice. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • For a moist and flavorful cupcake, use a combination of butter and oil in the batter.
  • Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before mixing to ensure they blend together smoothly.
  • Use fresh, crisp apples for the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the batter, as this can result in tough cupcakes.
  • Fill the cupcake liners only 2/3 full to prevent them from overflowing in the oven.
  • Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them.
  • For a professional-looking finish, use a piping bag to apply the frosting.

Conclusion:

These spiced apple cupcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their moist and flavorful crumb, sweet and tangy filling, and creamy frosting, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these spiced apple cupcakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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