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Indulge in the delightful fusion of two classic desserts with Cherry Pie Cupcakes. These sweet treats combine the flavors of cherry pie and cupcakes into one mouthwatering bite, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Why Make This Recipe
If you love the taste of cherry pie but also enjoy the convenience and cuteness of cupcakes, this recipe is a must-try. It offers the best of both worlds in a handheld form, making it great for parties, gatherings, or simply enjoying a sweet treat at home.
How to Make Cherry Pie Cupcakes
Ingredients:
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- 1 cup sugar
- ⅓ cup milk
- 3 egg whites
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 ⅓ cups cake flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 21 ounces cherry pie filling
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- 6 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla
- Ivory food coloring
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Mix milk, egg whites, sour cream, and vanilla in another bowl. Set aside.
- Beat butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Alternate adding flour mixture and sour cream mixture to the butter-sugar mixture.
- Divide the batter evenly into lined cupcake tins.
- Bake for 20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
- Beat powdered sugar, butter, vanilla, and heavy cream to make frosting.
- Add food coloring to mimic pie crust color and mix well.
- Pipe frosting on cupcakes and create a pie crust edge with a star tip.
- Fill cupcakes with cherry pie filling and create lattice work lines with a straight piping tip.
How to Serve Cherry Pie Cupcakes
Serve these delightful cupcakes as a sweet treat after meals, at parties, or as a special dessert for celebrations. Pair them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent touch.
How to Store Cherry Pie Cupcakes
Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for the best taste and texture.
Tips to Make Cherry Pie Cupcakes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter.
- Be careful not to overfill the cupcakes with cherry pie filling to avoid spillage.
- Get creative with the frosting design to mimic the look of a classic cherry pie.
- Experiment with different fruit fillings like blueberry or apple for variety.
Variation
For a different twist, try using a different pie filling such as apple or blueberry to create Apple Pie Cupcakes or Blueberry Pie Cupcakes for a delicious change of flavor.
Cherry Pie Cupcakes
Ingredients
Cupcake Batter
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup milk
- 3 large egg whites
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 1/3 cups cake flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Frosting and Topping
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup butter (softened) divided
- 6 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
- Ivory food coloring
Filling
- 21 ounces cherry pie filling
Instructions
How to Make Cherry Pie Cupcakes
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a cupcake tin with liners.
- Prepare the dry and wet mixtures separately.
- Combine the wet and dry mixtures, then divide the batter into cupcake liners and bake.
- Make the frosting by beating sugar, butter, vanilla, and cream. Add food coloring.
- Pipe the frosting on cooled cupcakes, then add cherry pie filling and decorative lattice topping.
