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Apple Crisp Cupcakes

Apple Crisp Cupcakes
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Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Apple Crisp Cupcakes! Each bite is a tender, spiced cupcake bursting with juicy apple pieces, crowned with a crunchy streusel topping and luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to simply treating yourself, these cupcakes are a fun twist on the classic apple crisp dessert. With minimal preparation and easy-to-find ingredients, you’ll be enjoying these scrumptious treats in no time. Plus, they store well, making them ideal for meal prep or spontaneous celebrations. Bring warmth and joy to your kitchen with this simple yet satisfying recipe!

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1½ cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium apples, preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
  • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar (for streusel)
  • ¼ cup old-fashioned oats (for streusel)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (for streusel)
  • ¼ cup cold unsalted butter (cubed for streusel)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened for frosting)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened for frosting)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for frosting)
  • Pinch of salt (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon, and salt for the streusel topping. Cut in cold butter until crumbly; refrigerate.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture alternating with milk until just combined; fold in diced apples.
  6. Fill muffin cups two-thirds full, top with streusel mixture.
  7. Bake for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean; cool completely.
  8. For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and spices.

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