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Apple Crumble Cupcakes

Warm and Cozy Apple Crumble Cupcakes You'll Love This Fall

Indulge in these Apple Crumble Cupcakes, a cozy dessert perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute gluten-free flour for gluten-free version
  • 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Can replace with granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Use pumpkin pie spice for extra kick
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg Can be omitted or replaced with allspice
  • 1/2 cup Cold Unsalted Butter Replace with vegan butter for dairy-free option
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust according to apple sweetness
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Essential for freshness
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flaxseed meal + water for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream/Plain Yogurt Use vegan yogurt for plant-based alternative
  • 1/4 cup Milk Plant-based milk is a great substitute
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Essential leavening agent
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda Essential leavening agent
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Essential for flavor
For the Apple Filling
  • 2 cups Apples (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji) Use favorite apple variety for unique flavors
For the Crumble Topping
  • 1/2 cup Cold Unsalted Butter Swap for vegan butter if needed
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Granulated sugar can be used
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Feel free to add other spices
Optional Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup Caramel Sauce Can be omitted
  • 1 tbsp Powdered Sugar Enhances presentation

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Crumble Topping by whisking together the flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cut in the cold butter until crumbly and refrigerate.
  2. Make the Apple Filling by combining the diced apples, granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and a small amount of flour. Toss to coat and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Cupcake Batter by preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a muffin tin. Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl, and cream the butter and brown sugar in another until fluffy.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients by adding eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture. Stir in vanilla and alternate adding the dry mixture with sour cream, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
  5. Assemble and Bake by scooping batter into the muffin tin, adding apple filling on top, and sprinkling with crumble topping. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Garnish (Optional) by allowing the cupcakes to cool and adding caramel sauce and powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh apples for the best flavor and texture. Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain tenderness. Chill the topping for better crunch.

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