Description
Caramel Apple Cupcakes are the ultimate fall treat, marrying moist apple-flavored cake with rich caramel frosting. Each cupcake bursts with sweet and tart apple goodness, complemented by warm cinnamon notes and a decadent caramel drizzle. Perfect for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations, these delectable cupcakes will satisfy your sweet cravings and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup diced Granny Smith apples
- 1 cup cream cheese frosting
- ½ cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in eggs one at a time and then add milk until smooth.
- Fold in diced apples until evenly distributed.
- Spoon batter into cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool completely before topping with cream cheese frosting and drizzling with caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added crunch, mix in chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans. Experiment with spices such as nutmeg or cardamom for a unique flavor twist.