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Cinnamon Apple Cider Cupcakes – Alrightwithme

Cinnamon Apple Cider Cupcakes - Alrightwithme
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Cinnamon Apple Cider Cupcakes – Alrightwithme. These moist, tender cupcakes blend the aromatic spices of cinnamon with the sweetness of apple cider, creating a comforting dessert perfect for any autumn gathering or cozy night in. Topped with creamy frosting and garnished with fresh apple slices and cinnamon sticks, these cupcakes are not just a treat for your taste buds but also a visual feast. Easy to make and versatile enough to suit various occasions, they promise to be a hit among family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 cups diced apples
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted brown butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup apple cider reduction
  • 4 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1 cup unsalted brown butter, softened
  • 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp apple cider reduction (plus extra if desired)
  • Apple slices
  • Cinnamon sticks

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
  2. In a saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add diced apples, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and apple cider reduction. Cook until apples are tender.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine melted brown butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla extract; whisk until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, mix cake flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; fold in cooked apples.
  6. Pour batter into muffin tins and bake for 20-25 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. While cooling, prepare frosting by beating cream cheese and softened brown butter; gradually add powdered sugar and flavorings.
  8. Once cooled, frost cupcakes and garnish with apple slices and cinnamon sticks.

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