Description
Indulge in Delicious Cinnamon Apple Cider Cupcakes perfect for fall festivities Enjoy a seasonal treat bursting with cozy flavors and spices
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder½ teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamon½ teaspoon ground nutmeg½ cup unsalted butter, softened1 cup brown sugar2 large eggs1 cup apple cider1 teaspoon vanilla extractChopped apples (about ½ cup, optional)Walnuts or pecans (optional)Caramel sauce (optional)Whipped cream (for garnish)Cinnamon sticks (for garnish)Apple slices (for garnish)
Prep your oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.Cream butter and sugar: In another bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.Add eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.Combine with dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with apple cider.Fold in optional additions: If using chopped apples or nuts, gently fold them into the batter.Fill cupcake liners: Divide the batter evenly among the lined cups, filling each about two-thirds full.Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes.Cool: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack.Frost: Once cooled, top them with your favorite cinnamon frosting or chosen garnish. - Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 calories
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Fat: 7 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
