"Mini Apple Cider Cakes...best enjoyed warm, preferably with a mug of cocoa or a latte. The perfect way to celebrate the autumn apple season!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 cups apple cider
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4 tablespoon salted butter, melted
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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1/3 cup apple butter
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1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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6 tablespoons salted butter
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon cardamon
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6 ounces melted chocolate ((optional))
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cinnamon sticks, for decorating ((optional))