Applesauce Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Applesauce Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cups Shortening; 1-1/2 cup Sugar; 2 whole Eggs, Beaten; 2 cups Flour; 1 Tablespoon Baking Powder; 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (heaping Teaspoon); 1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda; 1/2 teaspoons Cloves, Ground; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1 cup Unsweetened Applesauce; 1 cup Raisins, Chopped (optional); 1 cup Nuts (Walnuts Or Pecans, Or Both), Chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 cups Shortening
1-1/2 cup Sugar
2 whole Eggs, Beaten
2 cups Flour
1 Tablespoon Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Cinnamon (heaping Teaspoon)
1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoons Cloves, Ground
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1 cup Unsweetened Applesauce
1 cup Raisins, Chopped (optional)
1 cup Nuts (Walnuts Or Pecans, Or Both), Chopped (optional)

1
Stir shortening to soften, then gradually add sugar and cream until light and fluffy. Add eggs, and mix well.
2
Sift together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, cloves, and salt.
3
Add dry mixture to creamed mixture alternating with apple sauce, a small amount at a time, beating well after each addition until smooth. If using, fold in raisins and nuts.
4
Bake in lined muffin pans at 350u00b0F for 20-25 minutes.
5
* Often, I substitute the listed spices with a 1/4 teaspoon each of clove, allspice, and ginger for a spicier cupcake.
6
**Adding the optional ingredients increases the number of cupcakes yielded. The base recipe yields 15 cupcakes.

424

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cups Shortening, 1-1/2 cup Sugar, 2 whole Eggs, Beaten, 2 cups Flour, and more.

Yes, Applesauce 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.

Applesauce Cupcakes

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