Description
Soft, moist cupcakes bursting with the flavors of autumn, featuring tender chunks of apple and cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups apples, peeled and finely diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the diced apples using a spatula to ensure they’re evenly distributed.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Optional: Sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar or a dusting of cinnamon for a decorative touch.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting (if desired).
Notes
Use fresh apples for the best texture and flavor. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep the cupcakes light and fluffy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Protein: 3
Keywords: apple cinnamon cupcakes, fall dessert, autumn baking, easy cupcakes, apple recipes