May 17 is World Baking Day and the general theme behind world baking day is to ‘bake something for someone you love.' That's a concept I can endorse without reservation. Whenever I bake or think about baking, I think about my grandma and it's always an exercise in love. Sharing baked goods is hands-down my favorite way to express love and appreciation. This week building up to World Baking Day, I teamed up with some other bloggers and the folks at Granite Mill Farms to bring you original, tasty recipes using sprouted grain flours – baked items (savory and sweet) that you can share with someone you love. I baked up these Apple Rye Cupcakes with Cinnamon Frosting and well they were a total hit. I hope you'll think about baking some up for a loved one soon.
I'm a big fan of the flavor of rye but please note these are not going to taste anything like rye bread for folks who simply don't like that flavor. There is something really delightful about apples and whole grains to me and these sprouted grains are full of crunch and healthy goodness. Whole grains sometimes get a bad wrap in making dense baked goods and I know, I've had those brick-like whole wheat brownies, too. These cupcakes, however; are light and airy in texture while being full of bits of apple and delicate sweetness.
For the Cupcakes Make the FrostingApple Rye Cupcakes with Cinnamon Frosting
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Angi @ SchneiderPeeps says
I’ve never been a fan of rye but maybe that’s because I’ve only had store bought rye bread. But these sound wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing.
Kathie says
I honestly believe most people don’t like rye because they don’t like caraway seeds, which seem to be in most versions of rye bread commercially made. I could be wrong but I know that proved to be true for me. I never liked rye bread until I had it without caraway and since then I’ve been a fan.
Wendy says
You are right about the misconception that all whole grain baked goods are heavy. I was so surprised when my whole grain cookies were light and fluffy! Now I can accurately sit here and imagine (longingly) the fluffiness of these apple cupcakes! Using apple juice for liquid and flavor in both the cake and the frosting is a wonderful idea I plan on sampling in person very soon! :)
Kathie says
I can’t wait to hear how it turns out for you!
Rhonda says
Cinnamon, one of my most favorite spices. I buy organic sticks and grind them fresh I like it so much. I’ve never thought of putting it in frosting, but how delicious that sounds. Can’t wait to try these.
Liz says
Kathie, first of all, I want to thank you for organizing World Baking Day. I was so happy to be apart of this wonderful group of bloggers. Secondly, THESE LOOK SO YUMMY! Well done!
tessa says
I love adding to my real foods dessert board – thank you for another great recipe!
Susannah // Feast + West says
Oh man, Kathie! You did it again. These cupcakes look so very incredible. Thanks for coordinating this great collab!