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Caramel Apple Cupcakes with Caramel Frosting

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Moist spiced apple cupcakes topped with a rich caramel buttercream frosting, perfect for fall and apple lovers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup chopped apples (peeled and cored)
  • For the caramel buttercream frosting:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar
  • 4 tablespoons caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter, oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add vanilla extract and sour cream; mix until combined.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down sides as needed.
  6. Add half of the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
  7. Slowly add milk and mix until combined; batter may look curdled, which is normal.
  8. Add remaining dry ingredients and mix just until smooth. Do not overmix.
  9. Fold in chopped apples gently.
  10. Fill cupcake liners about 3/4 full and bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Cool cupcakes on a wire rack completely before frosting.
  12. To make the caramel buttercream, beat butter until smooth.
  13. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
  14. Add caramel sauce and a pinch of salt; mix until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency with more powdered sugar or caramel sauce as needed.
  15. Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes.
  16. Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the frosted cupcakes for garnish.

Notes

For best results, use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced flavor. Cupcakes can be stored covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 days and served at room temperature. The frosting consistency can be adjusted by adding more powdered sugar or caramel sauce to taste.

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