Salted Caramel Apple Cups
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
12 cups
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Course
Dessert, Baked Goods, Others
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Cuisine
American
Salted Caramel Apple Cups
Description
These apple cups start with a filling of butter-sautéed apples mixed with brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg for warm spice notes. A brown sugar batter is poured into greased muffin tins, and the apple mixture is spooned on top, followed by a crumble topping made from butter, flour, and brown sugar. Baking melds the flavors while creating a tender cake base and a crisp topping.
The salted caramel sauce, melted with cream and a pinch of kosher salt, complements the sweetness of the apples and batter by adding a buttery, rich layer with a hint of saltiness. This combination creates texture contrast and flavor complexity in every bite.
These individual cups are easy to serve and convenient for portion control. Their warm spices paired with caramel make them a fitting dessert for cooler weather or a comforting treat anytime.
Ingredients
Apples:
- 1 Tablespoon butter
- 1 cup apple peeled and chopped
- 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 /2 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch nutmeg
Batter:
- 1/2 /2 cup butter 1 stick, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup flour
Salted Caramel Sauce:
- 20 caramels (about 5.5 oz, unwrapped)
- 1 Tablespoon cream (or water)
- 1/4 /4 teaspoon kosher salt
Crumble:
- 2 Tablespoons butter slightly softened
- 5 Tablespoons flour
- 1/4 /4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Do not use paper liners, they will stick.
- For the Apples: In a small skillet, melt the 1 tablespoon of butter and add the apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook for about 3 minutes or until apples are slightly tender. They don't have to be cooked all the way through because they will continue cooking in the oven. Remove apples from heat and set aside.
- For the Batter: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Add the flour and mix until combined. Set aside.
- For the Caramel: In a microwave safe bowl, place the caramels and cream and heat for 60-90 seconds or until melted. Stir in the salt and set aside.
- For the Crumble: In a small bowl, mix the butter, flour, and brown sugar with a pastry blender or by hand until mixture resembles course sand.
- For Assembly: Add about 2 Tablespoons of batter to each muffin tin - 12 muffin tins total. Spoon about 1-2 teaspoons of apples on top. Drizzle about 1-2 teaspoons of caramel on top making sure to not touch the edges of the tin. Sprinkle the top with an even layer of crumble.
- Bake for 13-16 minutes or until tops are slightly golden. Let cups cool in the muffin tin. Use a knife to loosen the edges before removing. Serve room temperature or warm. If not serving right away they can easily be warmed by heating in the microwave for 30 seconds.They are great with ice cream. Makes 12 cups.
Notes
- Do not use paper liners as the batter sticks; grease the muffin tin instead.
- Apples are sautéed briefly to soften but not fully cook, ensuring tender fruit after baking.
- Salted caramel sauce is heated in the microwave until smooth and drizzled over warm cups.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1grams |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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