Caramel Apple Stuffed Cupcakes
Delight in these moist cupcakes filled with a rich caramel apple filling, topped with a light cinnamon buttercream. Perfect for fall gatherings or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup apples, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-4 tbsp milk (for frosting)
Instructions
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Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
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Step 2:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Step 3:
In another bowl, cream the butter, then add the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
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Step 4:
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
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Step 5:
Fold in the diced apples and caramel sauce until evenly distributed.
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Step 6:
Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Step 7:
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Step 8:
In a bowl, beat the butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and cinnamon, mixing well. Add milk as needed to reach desired consistency.
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Step 9:
Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the cinnamon buttercream.
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Step 10:
Serve the cupcakes and enjoy your delicious caramel apple stuffed treats!