Description
Apple cider cupcakes are the perfect fall treat, combining moist, fluffy cake with the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg. Topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, these delightful bites evoke the essence of autumn, making them a must-have for any gathering. Whether you’re enjoying them at a cozy family gathering or indulging while binge-watching your favorite series, these cupcakes will fill your home with irresistible aromas and sweet memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup apple cider
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter with eggs and apple cider; mix until blended. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg