Apple Cupcakes with Cinnamon-Marshmallow Frosting
INGREDIENTS
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* 1-1/2 cups shredded peeled apples
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* 1/2 cup diced dried apples
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* 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
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* 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
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* 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
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* 1/3 cup canola oil
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* 2 large eggs
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* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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* 3/4 cup whole-wheat pastry flour
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* 3/4 cup cake flour
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* 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
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* 1/4 teaspoon salt
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* 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
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FROSTING
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* 1 cup light brown sugar
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* 1/4 cup water
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* 4 teaspoons (equivalent to 2 egg whites) dried egg whites (see Tips), reconstituted according to package directions
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* 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
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* Pinch of salt
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* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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* 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for garnish
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