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Apple Pie Cupcakes

Delicious Apple Pie Cupcakes for a Cozy Dessert Night

Indulge in these Easy Apple Pie Cupcakes that blend the comforting flavors of apple pie with the fun of cinnamon rolls.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Base
  • 1 package Cinnamon Roll Dough Refrigerated options for best texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with margarine for dairy-free.
For the Apple Filling
  • 2 large Apples Granny Smith and Honeycrisp mix works best.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar White sugar can substitute, changes flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Consider adding nutmeg for more spice.
  • 1/8 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt recommended.
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lemon Juice Optional for sweeter filling.
For the Crumble Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Margarines can also be used.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts Oats can be used for nut-free option.
Finishing Touches
  • as needed Whipped Cream/Ice Cream/Caramel Sauce For topping, especially delightful with ice cream!

Equipment

  • muffin tray
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • pastry cutter or fork

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Apple Pie Cupcakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and spray muffin cups with cooking spray.
  2. Flatten the cinnamon roll dough into 4-inch discs and place them in muffin cups.
  3. Melt butter in a skillet, sauté diced apples for 5 minutes, then mix in brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and lemon juice.
  4. Combine flour, brown sugar, and nuts, then cut in cold butter until crumbly for topping.
  5. Spoon the apple filling into the dough cups and sprinkle with crumble topping.
  6. Bake for 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Cool for a few minutes, run a knife around edges, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for best flavor, and consider adding vanilla extract for extra depth.

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