Apple Pie Cupcakes Recipe
These Apple Pie Cupcakes combine the delicious flavors of classic apple pie with the convenience and fun of cupcakes. Featuring moist yellow cake filled with sweet apple pie filling, topped with a creamy cinnamon buttercream frosting and a dollop of spiced apple filling, these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion and bring a cozy fall dessert to your table in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Cupcakes
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 can apple pie filling
Frosting
- 1 cup softened butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (plus extra for topping)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the yellow cake mix box. Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners to prepare for baking.
- Bake Cupcakes: Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter and bake as directed on the box. Once baked, allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before proceeding.
- Core Cupcakes: Using a paring knife or cupcake corer, carefully remove the center portion of each cooled cupcake to create a hollow. Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of apple pie filling into each cupcake cavity, saving some filling for decorating later.
- Make Frosting: In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar in increments on low speed to avoid a sugar cloud. Add the milk while continuing to mix on low speed, then increase to medium speed and whip for 1 minute until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Frost Cupcakes: Fit a piping bag with a large frosting tip and fill with frosting. Generously pipe the frosting onto each cupcake, covering the top completely.
- Top and Garnish: Spoon about 1 teaspoon of reserved apple pie filling on top of the frosting for added flavor and decoration. Finish by sprinkling a light dusting of ground cinnamon over each cupcake to enhance the aroma and taste.
Notes
- Ensure cupcakes are fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- You can substitute vanilla extract with almond extract for a different flavor profile.
- For a more intense apple flavor, try adding an extra tablespoon of cinnamon to the frosting.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- These cupcakes can be made dairy-free by substituting butter with a vegan butter alternative and using nondairy milk for the frosting.
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