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Kids of all ages rave about these fruity cupcakes. I've been making them for 25 years to serve at potlucks, church picnics and family suppers. For a tasty variation, substitute crushed pineapple for the applesauce.
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Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 each) equals 315 calories, 14 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 43 mg cholesterol, 267 mg sodium, 48 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 2 g protein.
Originally published as Orange Applesauce Cupcakes in Country Woman January/February 2003, p31
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Reviewed on Dec. 18, 2011 by allaboutcookies86
This is a very moist cupcake. It is very good and extremely easy to make the cupcakes and icing. Good for something different.
Reviewed on Sep. 27, 2010 by maggieaw
Very enjoyable. I agree with the other viewer and if you are trying to cut fat- DONT make cupcakes! I made these for a little guy turning 5- they were a hit with young and old alike. I am always happy to find a new recipe- this one is super!
Reviewed on Sep. 04, 2008 by bbfontana
We loved the the Orange Applesauce Cupcakes. I made them without the pecans since both of our grandsons are allergic to nuts and they were delicious anyway. The orange peel was an added bonus. Nana B
Reviewed on Sep. 01, 2008 by vicki neswold
Made them today for part of a birthday present....The birthday girl called and wanted the recipe....very tasty. I made them as mini muffins. Loved the orange peel. :)
Reviewed on Sep. 01, 2008 by Susan1968
They were great. My family loved them. For a variation the next time I make them I may use a mix of white sugar and brown sugar because I thought the brown sugar taste seemed a little strong.
Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2008 by guitarmonkie
I don't think the applesauce is a replacement for the fat in this recipe - it is a cupcake, not a muffin. If you wanted to cut back on fat, the icing would be the place to do that.
Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2008 by mgeiers
There is an awful lot of butter in this recipe. What is the purpose of replacing the oil with applesauce?
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