Description
Apple Cider Cupcakes with Spiced Buttercream Frosting are a delightful way to celebrate the flavors of fall. These moist, tender cupcakes are infused with the essence of apple cider and warm spices, creating a comforting treat that’s perfect for any occasion—from festive gatherings to cozy family nights. The addition of a rich spiced buttercream frosting elevates these cupcakes, making them irresistible. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, these cupcakes will impress everyone with their delicious flavor and beautiful presentation.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/3 cup oat flour (certified gluten-free) or gluten-free all-purpose flour (or regular flour)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- pinch of cloves
- 1/2 cup butter, melted (coconut oil or dairy-free butter alternative)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup applesauce (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup butter, softened for frosting
- 1–2 tbsp water, milk or more apple cider for frosting
- 1 tsp vanilla for frosting
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon for frosting
- pinch of nutmeg for frosting
- 2 cups powdered sugar for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, mix together oat flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves.
- In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, applesauce, apple cider, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.
- Gently combine the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just mixed; some lumps are fine.
- Fill each muffin tin section about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 20–22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool before frosting with spiced buttercream made by mixing softened butter with powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg