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Caramel Apple Cupcakes with Caramel Frosting

Caramel Apple Cupcakes with Caramel Frosting
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Caramel Apple Cupcakes with Caramel Frosting. These moist, spiced apple cupcakes are topped with a rich caramel buttercream that creates a perfect harmony of sweetness and warmth. Ideal for fall gatherings, birthdays, or simply as a comforting dessert, these cupcakes are sure to impress everyone at your table. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture combined with the decadent caramel drizzle makes them a true crowd-pleaser. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, even novice bakers can achieve bakery-quality results right at home.

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
  • 1/4 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 milk
  • 1 cup peeled and chopped apples (Granny Smith recommended)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 4 tablespoons caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in one bowl.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
  4. Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients alternately with milk until just mixed; fold in chopped apples.
  6. Fill cupcake liners ¾ full with batter and bake for 15–18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool completely before frosting with caramel buttercream made from butter, powdered sugar, caramel sauce, and milk.

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