Description
Delightful Fall Desserts: Apple Cider Cupcakes are the quintessential fall treat, capturing the warm essence of autumn in every bite. Infused with the delightful flavors of fresh apple cider and warm spices, these moist and fluffy cupcakes are topped with a sweet frosting that adds to their charm. Perfect for cozy family gatherings or festive celebrations, this simple recipe is sure to bring joy to your kitchen and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup apple cider
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat melted butter, eggs, and apple cider until smooth.
- Gently combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed.
- Fill muffin cups two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool before serving.
Notes
- Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature before mixing for perfectly fluffy cupcakes.
- Do not overmix your batter; it should be slightly lumpy for the best texture.
- Use high-quality apple cider for maximum flavor impact.
- Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- For longer storage, freeze un-frosted cupcakes and thaw when needed.
- Frosting can be made ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Consider adding chopped nuts or raisins to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
- You can swap out some of the apple cider for pumpkin puree for a delightful twist.
- Try using pear cider instead of apple cider or infuse the frosting with maple syrup for an extra layer of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg