Apple Cider Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Apple Cider Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cupcakes; 2 eggs, at room temperature; 1 2/3 cups flour; 1 cup pasturized apple cider; 2/3 cup sugar; 1/2 cup butter, at room temperature; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Frosting; 1 cup apple cider; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 2 cups powdered sugar; 1 pinch salt

Servings: persons

Cupcakes
2 eggs, at room temperature
1 2/3 cups flour
1 cup pasturized apple cider
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
Frosting
1 cup apple cider
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 pinch salt

1
Preheat oven to 350. Grease or line 12 cupcake wells.
2
Make cupcakes: In large bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs, beat well. Add the baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Stir. Add the flour alternately with the apple cider until thoroughly combined. Pour into prepared cupcake pan, filling each cup 3/4 way full. Bake 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the center cupcake comes out clean. Cool completely.
3
Make Frosting: Put the apple cider in a small pan and bring to a boil over high heat. Continue to boil until the cider is reduced to about 2 tablespoons (it will be slightly syrupy). Set aside to cool completely. With an electric mixer, beat together cooled reduced cider, cream cheese, pinch of salt, and 1 cup of the powdered sugar. Add enough additional powdered sugar for desired frosting texture.
4
Frost cupcakes!

983

kcal

Calories

Fat

152

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cupcakes, 2 eggs, at room temperature, 1 2/3 cups flour, 1 cup pasturized apple cider, and more.

Yes, Apple Cider Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple Cider Cupcakes

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Variations & substitutions

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