Description
Salted caramel cupcakes are a heavenly treat that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors. These light, fluffy vanilla cupcakes are filled with rich caramel and topped with creamy frosting, making them an ideal indulgence for celebrations or a simple afternoon snack. With straightforward ingredients and easy instructions, you can create these delectable desserts in no time.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients, alternating with milk until just mixed.
- Fill liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting with the cream cheese mixture topped with caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (68g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg