Caramel Apple Cupcakes
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4.9
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
Description
The recipe for Caramel Apple Cupcakes starts with a batter that includes butter, both brown and white sugars, eggs, vanilla, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, milk, and freshly peeled, chopped apples. The spices infuse the cupcakes with autumnal warmth while the apples contribute moisture and texture. Baking at 350°F for 18-20 minutes produces tender, moist cupcakes.
The cream cheese frosting is made by softening cream cheese and butter together, then gradually adding powdered sugar alongside cinnamon and nutmeg for additional spice notes. The frosting texture is smooth and spreadable, ideal for piping decorative swirls atop cooled cupcakes.
A homemade caramel sauce, prepared by melting butter with brown sugar, baking soda, and half and half, adds a luscious, buttery sweetness. The caramel can be drizzled over the frosted cupcakes. This combination of spiced apple cupcakes, creamy cinnamon frosting, and caramel drizzle creates a treat with varied textures and rich, complementary flavors.
Nutrition facts are estimates, so consider this when planning portion sizes or dietary needs.
Ingredients
Cupcakes
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 2 egg
- 2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 1/2 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 apple
Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
- 1/2 cup butter room temperature
- 4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Caramel Sauce
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup half and half
Instructions
Cupcakes
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Peel, chop and core the apples.
- Cream the butter, white sugar and brown sugar in a mixing bowl until well combined.
- Add in the eggs and vanilla and mix well.
- Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt in a small bowl.
- Add the flour mixture and the milk to the sugar mix and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apples.
- Spoon the batter into cupcake tin and bake for 18-20 minutes.
Frosting
- While the cupcakes are baking and cooling get out the cream cheese and butter and let them come to room temperature. The frosting will be smoother if they are not chilled.
- When the cupcakes are cool combine the cream cheese and butter and mix at high speed until smooth.
- Add in the powdered sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon and mix until the frosting is spreadable. If it is too thick add a few tablespoons of milk or cream.
- Pipe onto the cupcakes for a swirly look.
Caramel Sauce
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat.
- Add the remaining ingredients and bring the sauce to a rolling boil. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Drizzle over the cake.
Notes
- Nutrition facts are estimates; adjust recipes accordingly if needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 651 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 651kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 89g | 30% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Cholesterol | 113mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 622mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 74g | 148% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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