For cupcakes, sift together dry ingredients and set aside.
In mixer, combing applesauce, oil, coffee, half-n-half, vanilla and sour cream. Mix on low 30 seconds.
Slowly add in dry mixture and mix on low until incorporated.
Add in eggs, one at a time, and mix just until combined.
Pour batter into lined cupcake tins 2/3 of the way full.
Bake at 350 for 10-13 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cool completely before frosting.