Apple Banana Cupcakes

Cupcakes originated in the United States in the 19th century and were initially called ‘number cakes’ because the ingredients were measured by weight. The term ‘cupcake’ came into use in the early 20th century due to the common practice of using cups for measuring ingredients.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Apple Banana Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2640

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup Granny Smith apple, grated
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Mix in the mashed bananas and grated apple.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once cooled, dust the cupcakes with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 220kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Total Carbohydrate 33g11%

Sugars 18g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.