School Days Applesauce Cupcakes

Health score
4%
School Days Applesauce Cupcakes
130 min.
24
596kcal

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Step back in time to your school days with these delightful Applesauce Cupcakes, a nostalgic treat that brings back fond memories of lunchboxes and classroom celebrations. Perfectly moist and bursting with flavor, these cupcakes are not just a dessert; they are a sweet reminder of simpler times. The combination of apple juice and unsweetened applesauce adds a unique twist, making each bite a delicious blend of sweetness and warmth, enhanced by a hint of cinnamon.

What makes these cupcakes truly special is their whimsical decoration. Each cupcake is topped with a creamy frosting that transforms them into adorable little computers, complete with a keyboard and screen made from miniature chocolate candy bars. This fun presentation is sure to delight both kids and adults alike, making them a hit at birthday parties, school events, or any gathering where you want to impress your guests.

With a total preparation time of just over two hours, you can easily whip up a batch of 24 cupcakes to share with friends and family. Whether you’re reminiscing about your own school days or creating new memories with loved ones, these Applesauce Cupcakes are the perfect way to celebrate. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a treat that will bring smiles and joy to everyone who takes a bite!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix yellow
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.8 cup apple juice 
  • 0.3 cup apple sauce unsweetened
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 12 oz fluffy frosting white
  • 48  chocolate bar miniature (from 12-oz bag)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans).
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups. In large bowl, beat cupcake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  3. Bake 18 to 23 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  4. In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar; heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Stir in milk; return to a boil.
  5. Remove from heat. Beat in powdered sugar with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Frost cupcakes. (If frosting becomes thick, stir in 1/2 teaspoon milk.)
  6. For each cupcake, pipe computer keyboard and screen onto 2 chocolate candy bars. Pipe frosting on 1 long edge of keyboard; place screen onto keyboard. Pipe small amount of frosting on bottom of computer; place on cupcake. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories596kcal
Protein4.01%
Fat46.87%
Carbs49.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.24
Glycemic Load
9.04
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.545652123249%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.55mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:595.62kcal
29.78%
Fat:31.19g
47.99%
Saturated Fat:15.5g
96.84%
Carbohydrates:73.55g
24.52%
Net Carbohydrates:67.11g
24.4%
Sugar:51.58g
57.31%
Cholesterol:22.44mg
7.48%
Sodium:250.63mg
10.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:44.8mg
14.93%
Protein:6g
12.01%
Manganese:1.15mg
57.69%
Copper:1.02mg
50.77%
Iron:7.32mg
40.68%
Magnesium:132.42mg
33.11%
Fiber:6.44g
25.75%
Phosphorus:257.46mg
25.75%
Zinc:2.01mg
13.4%
Potassium:451.64mg
12.9%
Calcium:103.26mg
10.33%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.05%
Selenium:6.39µg
9.13%
Vitamin E:0.96mg
6.39%
Vitamin K:6.61µg
6.29%
Vitamin B3:1.15mg
5.74%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.12%
Folate:18.61µg
4.65%
Vitamin A:226IU
4.52%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.35%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.1%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.77%