Best 7 Spiced Applesauce Cupcakes Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of delectable spiced applesauce cupcakes. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are infused with the warmth of aromatic spices and the natural sweetness of applesauce, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Each bite offers a perfect balance of soft and tender cake, bursting with autumnal spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Topped with a generous swirl of creamy vanilla frosting, these cupcakes are an irresistible treat that will elevate any occasion.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through the step-by-step process of creating these spiced applesauce cupcakes, ensuring that every bite is a moment of pure bliss. From gathering the necessary ingredients to mastering the perfect baking techniques, we've got you covered. Along the way, discover variations and additional recipes that will expand your baking repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, this collection of recipes will guide you towards creating irresistibly delicious spiced applesauce cupcakes that will impress and delight all who indulge in them.

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.

APPLE SPICE CUPCAKES



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Not only do these adorable cupcakes complement our apple theme, but they're super sellers at bake sales, too. A spice cake mix makes the moist treats a snap to stir up and a fast frosting helps them stand out from an orchard of goodies.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package spice cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups water
3 eggs
1/3 cup applesauce
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
Red paste or liquid food coloring
24 pieces black licorice (3/4 inch)
12 green spice gumdrops

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cake mix, water, eggs and applesauce on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. , 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 the cream cheese, butter and vanilla until fluffy. Gradually add sugar, beating until smooth. Stir in food coloring. , Frost tops of cupcakes. Insert licorice into centers for apple stems. Cut gumdrops in half; flatten and pinch to form leaves. Place one leaf next to each stem.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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.

SPICE CUPCAKES



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These moist, spicy cupcakes with creamy caramel frosting are a delicious treat. The recipe has been in my family for years. When I was growing up, it seemed these cupcakes were always in the freezer, just waiting to be snitched one at a time! -Carla Hodenfield, Ray, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 14 cupcakes.

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups water
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon each ground allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
FROSTING:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
Coarsely chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water and raisins to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature (do not drain). , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Stir in raisins. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture until well blended. Stir in walnuts. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pan to a wire rack. , For frosting, in a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cream and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat; cook and stir until smooth. Stir in butter and vanilla. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Stir in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Frost cupcakes; top with nuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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

APPLESAUCE SPICE CUPCAKES



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This is a TOH recipe. I've had it for several years now. This recipe makes great snack muffins for the little kiddos. It reminds me more of a quick bread than something cakey. These freeze very well. The original recipe calls for cream cheese frosting. I however have never added the frosting. The kiddos don't even notice. :)

Provided by Chef on the coast

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12 muffins, 6-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/3 cups 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 clove
3/4 cup applesauce

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in large mixing bowl.
  • Mix well.
  • Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups 2/3 full.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until cupcakes test done.
  • Cool for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack.
  • Frost cooled cupcakes if desired.
  • *This can also make this cake in a 15 x 10 inch baking pan and frost.

SPICED APPLESAUCE CUPCAKES



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I have been making these for years, always turn out high and so moist, frost with my recipe#90142 or use your own favorite cream cheese frosting!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/3 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar (can use more sugar ir desired)
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon clove
3/4 cup applesauce
cream cheese frosting

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Prepare 12 paper-lined muffin cups.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.
  • Add in eggs and vanilla; mix well.
  • Sift the dry ingredients.
  • Add to creamed mixture alternately with the applesauce.
  • Divide the mixture evenly into prepared muffin cups (fill two-thirds full).
  • Bake for 25 minutes, or until cupcakes test done.
  • Cook 10 minutes before removing to wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.7, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 48.8, Sodium 232.5, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 12.7, Protein 2.6

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe apples for the best flavor.
  • Peel and core the apples before cooking them.
  • Add a variety of spices to the applesauce, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  • Let the applesauce cool completely before using it in the cupcakes.
  • Use a cupcake pan with liners to prevent the cupcakes from sticking.
  • Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full.
  • Bake the cupcakes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them.

Conclusion:

These spiced applesauce cupcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. The applesauce adds a moist and flavorful twist to the cupcakes, while the spices give them a warm and cozy flavor. These cupcakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!

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