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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour - 1 tsp baking powder - ½ tsp baking soda - ½ tsp salt - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened - 1 cup granulated sugar - 2 large eggs - 1 tsp vanilla extract - 2 cups peeled and diced apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) - 1 tsp ground cinnamon - 1 tbsp lemon juice

Apple Cinnamon Cupcakes

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of apple cinnamon cupcakes, perfect for any occasion. This delightful recipe combines fresh apples and fragrant cinnamon, evoking feelings of nostalgia and home-baked goodness. Easy to make, these cupcakes are light, fluffy, and bursting with flavor. Enjoy them at casual gatherings or special celebrations, paired with coffee or tea. Discover the joy of baking and share these scrumptious treats with loved ones for a heartwarming experience.
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

½ cup whole milk

1 ½ cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium apples)

½ cup brown sugar, packed

1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.

    Prepare the Apple Mixture: In a medium bowl, toss the diced apples with lemon juice, then sprinkle brown sugar over them. Set aside to let the apples absorb the flavors.

      Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

        Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

          Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.

            Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

              Fold in Apples: Carefully fold the prepared apple mixture into the batter, ensuring that the apple pieces are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

                Fill and Bake: Scoop the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 of the way full. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

                  Cool the Cupcakes: Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                    Optional Topping: For an extra touch, you can dust the cooled cupcakes with powdered sugar or top them with cream cheese frosting.

                      Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 12 cupcakes