These indulgent cupcakes are filled with rich, gooey caramel and topped with a smooth salted caramel buttercream. A perfect balance of sweet and salty, these treats are great for any occasion! 😍
Ingredients:
For the Cupcakes:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
1 tsp baking powder 🥄
1/4 tsp salt 🧂
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
3/4 cup sugar 🍬
2 large eggs 🥚
1 tsp vanilla extract 🍦
1/2 cup milk 🥛
For the Caramel Filling:
1/2 cup caramel sauce 🍯
1/4 tsp sea salt 🧂
For the Salted Caramel Frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 🧈
1 cup powdered sugar 🍬
1/4 cup caramel sauce 🍯
1/2 tsp sea salt 🧂
2-3 tbsp heavy cream 🥛
Directions:
Make the Cupcakes:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla, and milk, then gradually add the dry ingredients. 🧁
Spoon batter into cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes. 🍰
Fill with Caramel:
Once cooled, cut a small hole in each cupcake and fill with caramel sauce. 🍯
Frost with Salted Caramel Frosting:
Beat butter, powdered sugar, caramel sauce, sea salt, and heavy cream until fluffy. Frost the cupcakes generously. 🧁🍯
Prep Time: 20 minutes ⏰ | Baking Time: 20 minutes ⏱️ | Total Time: 40 minutes 🕰️
Servings: 12 cupcakes 🍽️