Name: Apple Crisp Cupcakes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1½ cups all-purpose flour; 1½ teaspoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ½ cup unsalted butter (softened); 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs (room temperature); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ½ cup milk; 1½ cups peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp); ½ cup all-purpose flour (for streusel); ⅓ cup packed brown sugar (for streusel); ¼ cup old-fashioned oats (for streusel); 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel); ¼ teaspoon salt (for streusel); ¼ cup cold unsalted butter (cubed, for streusel); 8 oz cream cheese (softened, for frosting); ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened, for frosting); 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting); 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting); 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for frosting); Pinch of salt (for frosting)

Apple Crisp Cupcakes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Apple Crisp Cupcakes, a creative take on a classic dessert that captures the essence of fall. These moist cupcakes are studded with fresh apples and topped with a crunchy streusel and creamy cinnamon frosting, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering or looking for a sweet snack to enjoy at home, these cupcakes will satisfy your cravings with their warm spices and comforting apple goodness. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, they’re sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.

Author: Penelope
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1½ cups all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup milk
1½ cups peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
½ cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
⅓ cup packed brown sugar (for streusel)
¼ cup old-fashioned oats (for streusel)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel)
¼ teaspoon salt (for streusel)
¼ cup cold unsalted butter (cubed, for streusel)
8 oz cream cheese (softened, for frosting)
¼ cup unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for frosting)
Pinch of salt (for frosting)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a bowl, combine streusel ingredients; refrigerate.
Whisk together dry ingredients in another bowl.
Cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla.
Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture; fold in apples.
Fill muffin cups with batter and top with streusel.
Bake for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool cupcakes before frosting with cream cheese mixture.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
Calories: 202
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 115mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 33mg

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