Apple Cider Cupcakes

These cupcakes are delicious. The spiced apple cake is perfect for the fall and winter season. I decorated these cupcakes with christmas decorations, but of course they would be delicious any time. The best part about these cupcakes is that they come with a little secret. This recipe is actually made with boxed cake mix which makes it super easy to make. Some other ingredients are added to enhance the cake mix so they are KINDA homemade. Don't worry, your secret is safe with me.

Recipe Source: Cupcakes: Sensational Sweet Treats for Any Occasion

Cake Ingredients:

• 1 package spice cake mix
• 1 1/4 cups apple cider
• 3 eggs
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil

Frosting Ingredients:

• 1 stick softened butter
• 1/2 cup apple cider
• 4 cups powdered sugar

Recipe: 

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Line a cupcake tin with 24 cupcake liners.
• Beat cake mix, apple cider, eggs, and oil in a bowl with a mixer on low until blended.
• Beat at medium speed for 2 minutes.
• Spoon batter evenly into prepared tins.
• Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
• Cool in pans for 10 minutes. Afterwards, remove to wire racks to cool completely.
• Prepare Apple Cider Frosting by beating the butter and apple cider in a medium bowl with an electric mixer on low speed.
• Once blended, gradually beat in 4 cups of powdered sugar until smooth.