Ingredients
1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped1/2 teaspoon ground coriander1/2 cup butter, softened3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar4 eggs1 cup unsweetened applesauce2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperMAPLE CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup butter, softened4 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons maple syrupGround allspice
Preparation
In a small skillet, saute apple and coriander until tender. Remove from the heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in applesauce (mixture will appear curdled). Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cayenne; gradually add to the creamed mixture until combined. Fold in apple mixture. Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full.
Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Add confectioners’ sugar and maple syrup; beat until smooth. Pipe frosting onto cupcakes. Sprinkle with allspice. Store in the refrigerator.
