Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Apple Pie Cupcakes, where the classic flavors of apple pie are transformed into portable, bite-sized treats. These cupcakes feature a buttery crust filled with tender apples spiced to perfection and topped with a crunchy crumble, making them ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in. Not only are they easy to make, but they also offer a fun twist on traditional dessert that everyone will love. Serve them warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream for an extra special touch.
Ingredients
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- Pre-made pie crusts or homemade all-butter pie crust
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for crumble)
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar (for crumble)
- 1/3 cup pecan halves (toasted)
- 1/8 teaspoon salt (for crumble)
- 1 egg for egg wash
- Whipped cream, ice cream, or caramel sauce for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a mini muffin pan.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add diced apples, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Cook until apples are tender; stir in lemon juice and set aside to cool.
- Prepare the crumble topping by mixing flour, brown sugar, toasted pecans, and butter until crumbly.
- Roll out the pie crusts and cut into rounds to fit mini muffin cups. Press rounds into the pan edges and brush with egg wash.
- Fill each crust with cooled apple filling and top with crumble mixture.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown; allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 12mg