Description
Decadent cupcakes with a gooey salted caramel center that oozes out when you bite into them.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner halfway with batter, add a teaspoon of salted caramel sauce in the center, then top with more batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use high-quality sea salt in the caramel. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 4g