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Apple Crumble Cupcakes

A cozy twist on classic apple crumble, these cupcakes are filled with spiced apple compote, topped with cinnamon buttercream, and finished with buttery crumble. Perfect for autumn baking or whenever you want a warm, nostalgic treat.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling & Assembly 42 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the apple filling
  • 2 medium apples peeled and diced
  • 30 g light brown sugar
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp mixed spice
  • 1 tsp cornflour cornstarch
For the crumble topping
  • 10 g unsalted butter
  • 8 g light brown sugar
  • 17 g plain flour
  • ⅛ tsp cinnamon
For the cupcakes
  • 175 g unsalted butter softened
  • 175 g light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 175 g self-raising flour
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp mixed spice
For the buttercream
  • 175 g unsalted butter softened
  • 350 g icing sugar
  • 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 2 –3 tbsp milk

Method
 

  1. Cook apples with sugar, spices, and cornflour until soft. Cool completely.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, and cinnamon for the crumble, rub in butter, and bake until golden.
  3. Cream butter and sugar for the cupcakes, add eggs, then flour and spices.
  4. Bake until golden, cool completely.
  5. Core the cupcakes and fill with apple mixture.
  6. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/apple-crumble-cupcakes/

Notes

  • Best enjoyed the same day so the crumble topping stays crisp.
  • Try swapping apples for pears for a seasonal variation.
  • For extra indulgence, drizzle caramel sauce over the buttercream.