Welcome, my dear friends! Step into my cozy kitchen, the heart of our home, and gather around the table. I have a special autumn treat to share with you today – Apple Cider Cupcakes. Just saying their name brings to mind images of golden leaves under a Midwestern sky, harvest festivals, and the crisp, cool air of fall mornings.
These Apple Cider Cupcakes are a celebration of tradition, embodying the essence of American autumn. Apple cider has been a fall staple for as long as apples have been pressed, and each bite of these spiced, tender cakes takes you back to a simpler time – a time when community potlucks were the week’s highlight. So, whether you’re preparing for a gathering or simply treating yourself on a brisk afternoon, let’s bake some heartwarming memories with these delightful cupcakes.
Apple Cider Cupcakes
Servings: Makes about 18 cupcakes
Ingredients:
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
3/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce
1/3 cup canola oil
3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
3/4 cup apple cider
Optional: chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch
Directions:
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