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Apple Cider Cupcakes with Spiced Buttercream Frosting

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These cupcakes are a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors, crafted with gluten-free oat flour and topped with creamy spiced buttercream. Ideal for fall festivities!

  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/3 cups oat flour (certified gluten-free) or gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • Pinch of cloves
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted (or coconut oil/dairy-free butter alternative)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup applesauce (sweetened or unsweetened)
  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 12 tbsp apple cider, milk, or additional water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Whisk together dry ingredients in a small bowl.
  • In a larger bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
  • Add applesauce, apple cider, vanilla, and eggs; mix until combined.
  • Fold dry mixture into wet ingredients gently.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare cupcake pan.
  • Fill liners with batter and bake for 18-22 minutes.
  • For frosting, blend softened butter with apple cider and spices.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar until fluffy.
  • Frost cooled cupcakes and add sprinkles if desired.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.
Feel free to adjust the spices to suit your taste.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg