Spiced Applesauce Cupcakes

Perfectly spiced and irresistibly moist, these Spiced Applesauce Cupcakes are the ultimate treat for any occasion. Infused with warm autumn flavors like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, and naturally sweetened with unsweetened applesauce, these cupcakes deliver a cozy, homemade charm with every bite. The soft, tender crumb pairs beautifully with a dollop of cream cheese frosting or a simple dusting of powdered sugar for a lighter touch. Easy to make in just under 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for fall celebrations, afternoon snacks, or satisfying dessert cravings. Whether you're an avid baker or a novice in the kitchen, these cupcakes strike the perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and simplicity—an absolute must-try for fans of spiced desserts!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cups Milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternately add the dry ingredients in three additions and the applesauce and milk in two additions, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Optional: Frost with cream cheese frosting or dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness and decoration.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(923.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2573.2

Total Fat 109.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 635.8mg	0%
Sodium 2124.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 373.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 222.6g
Protein 34.4g	0%

Vitamin D 106.8IU	0%
Calcium 345.2mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 857.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.7%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 57.1%