Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Cinnamon Apple Cider Cupcakes – Alrightwithme. These moist and flavorful treats are infused with warm cinnamon and rich apple cider, making them the perfect addition to any cozy gathering or festive celebration. Each cupcake features a luscious frosting that perfectly complements the spiced cake, ensuring each bite is a comforting experience. Garnished with fresh apple slices and cinnamon sticks, these cupcakes not only taste amazing but also look impressive on any dessert table. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just because, these easy-to-make cupcakes will surely be a hit among friends and family.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups apple cider
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 cups diced apples (about 2 to 3 medium apples)
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp apple cider reduction
2 tsp cornstarch
2 tsp water
1/2 cup melted unsalted brown butter
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups cake flour (or all-purpose flour)
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 cup apple cider reduction (for frosting)
4 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup unsalted brown butter, softened
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon (for frosting)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
2 tbsp apple cider reduction (for frosting)
Apple slices (for garnish)
Cinnamon sticks (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the filling by cooking diced apples with butter, light brown sugar, cinnamon, and apple cider reduction until soft. Set aside.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a bowl, combine melted brown butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt before combining with wet ingredients.
Gently fold in the cooled apple mixture and fill cupcake liners two-thirds full. Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
For frosting, beat cream cheese and brown butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar along with cinnamon and vanilla extract.
Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with apple slices and cinnamon sticks.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Use fresh apples like Fuji or Honeycrisp for the best flavor. Consider adding chopped nuts for extra texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.