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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour - 1 tsp baking powder - ½ tsp baking soda - ½ tsp ground cinnamon - ¼ tsp ground nutmeg - ¼ tsp ground allspice - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened - 1 cup granulated sugar - 2 large eggs - 1 tsp vanilla extract - ½ cup apple cider - 1 cup grated fresh apples (about 2 medium apples)

Spiced Apple Cider Cupcakes

Embrace the flavors of autumn with these delicious spiced apple cider cupcakes! Perfect for cozy gatherings or quiet evenings, these treats combine the warmth of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice with the sweetness of fresh apple cider and grated apples. This simple recipe guides you through creating light, fluffy cupcakes topped with a creamy spiced frosting. Enjoy the delightful taste of fall in every bite and impress your friends and family with this seasonal favorite!
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Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

½ tsp ground cinnamon

¼ tsp ground nutmeg

¼ tsp ground allspice

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup apple cider (fresh or store-bought)

1 cup grated apple (about 1 medium apple, peeled)

For the Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

2 cups powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

½ tsp ground cinnamon

A pinch of ground nutmeg

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard muffin pan with cupcake liners.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Set aside.

      Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

        Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated. Mix in the vanilla extract.

          Blend in Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the apple cider. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

            Fold in Apples: Gently fold in the grated apple until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

              Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

                Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

                  Prepare the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until fully incorporated. Mix in the vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until combined.

                    Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, use a piping bag to frost the cupcakes with the spiced cream cheese frosting. Alternatively, you can spread the frosting with a knife.

                      Garnish (Optional): Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon on top of the frosting for an extra touch and serve with a slice of fresh apple if desired.

                        Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 12 cupcakes