Spiced Apple Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Frosting

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Spiced Apple Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Frosting
90 min.
12
292kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Spiced Apple Cupcakes topped with a luscious Salted Caramel Frosting. These gluten-free treats are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a cozy gathering or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. With a warm blend of apple pie spice and the natural sweetness of fresh apples, each bite transports you to an autumn orchard.

What sets these cupcakes apart is not just their incredible taste but also their moist and fluffy texture, thanks to the combination of apple cider and a rich vanilla frosting. The addition of salted caramel adds a decadent twist, creating a perfect balance of sweet and salty that will leave your taste buds dancing. Plus, they are easy to make, taking just 90 minutes from start to finish, making them an ideal dessert for both novice bakers and seasoned pros.

With only 292 calories per serving, you can enjoy these delightful cupcakes without the guilt. Gather your friends and family, and let the aroma of freshly baked cupcakes fill your kitchen. These Spiced Apple Cupcakes are not just a dessert; they are a celebration of flavors that will warm your heart and bring smiles to everyone around the table. Get ready to impress your guests with this irresistible treat!

Ingredients

  • Cups baker's chocolate 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon apple pie spice 
  • 0.5 cup apple cider 
  • tablespoons shortening softened
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  •  eggs 
  • 1.3 cups apples peeled chopped ( 1 medium)
  • 16 oz vanilla frosting 
  • 0.3 cup mrs richardson's butterscotch caramel sauce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt (coarse)
  • 1.5 cups frangelico 

Equipment

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

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F.
  2. Place Reynolds Baking Cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups
  3. In large bowl, beat all cupcake ingredients except apple with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly. Beat on medium speed 4 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Fold in apple. Fill muffin cups about three-fourths full.
  4. Bake 17 to 22 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately remove cupcakes from pan to cooling rack; cool completely.
  5. In small bowl, mix frosting and caramel topping until smooth and spreadable. Frost cupcakes.
  6. Sprinkle with kosher salt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories292kcal
Protein2.57%
Fat41.92%
Carbs55.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.49
Glycemic Load
17.77
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.5473912332369%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.21mg
Catechin
7.37mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
17.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:292.29kcal
14.61%
Fat:14.44g
22.22%
Saturated Fat:5.35g
33.41%
Carbohydrates:43.02g
14.34%
Net Carbohydrates:40.84g
14.85%
Sugar:37.32g
41.47%
Cholesterol:13.64mg
4.55%
Sodium:142.71mg
6.2%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.16%
100%
Caffeine:8.8mg
2.93%
Protein:1.99g
3.98%
Manganese:0.5mg
25.06%
Copper:0.36mg
18.23%
Iron:2.11mg
11.7%
Magnesium:38.43mg
9.61%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.77%
Fiber:2.18g
8.73%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.64%
Vitamin K:7.46µg
7.11%
Phosphorus:62.24mg
6.22%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.48%
Potassium:137.96mg
3.94%
Selenium:2.19µg
3.13%
Folate:8.35µg
2.09%
Calcium:19.48mg
1.95%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.76%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.3%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.3%