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Apple Crumble Cupcakes

Apple Crumble Cupcakes
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Apple Crumble Cupcakes are a cozy homemade dessert combining tender cupcakes bursting with warming fall spices and fresh apple bits, topped with a crunchy, buttery crumble. They capture all the comforting flavors of apple pie in a portable cupcake form, perfect for any occasion or as a sweet gift.

Ingredients

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Cupcake Batter Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (substitute gluten-free blend for gluten-free)
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt (optional but recommended)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (or plant-based butter for vegan)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or pure maple syrup for variation)
  • 2 large eggs (or egg replacer for vegan)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups peeled, cored, and finely chopped firm tart apples like Granny Smith

Crumble Topping Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces (or plant-based butter)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts for nutty upgrade

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and finely chop your apples into small pieces. Toss them lightly with a bit of flour to prevent sinking during baking.
  2. Make the Crumble Topping: In a bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add cold butter pieces and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
  3. Mix the Cupcake Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together sugar and softened butter until creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently to avoid overmixing.
  4. Incorporate the Apples: Fold the chopped apples gently into the batter until evenly distributed to ensure juicy bites in every cupcake.
  5. Assemble and Bake: Divide the batter evenly into lined cupcake tins. Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over each cupcake. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature with optional garnishes like powdered sugar or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Use fresh, firm apples like Granny Smith for best moisture and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.
  • Chill the butter for the crumble topping to achieve a crisp crust.
  • A pinch of salt in the batter enhances the sweetness and spices naturally.
  • Start checking cupcakes a few minutes before the recommended bake time since ovens vary.
  • Wrap leftover cupcakes individually for freezing up to 3 months.
  • Warm cupcakes before serving to restore soft texture.

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