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Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes - Easy Dessert Recipe

Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes – Easy Dessert Recipe

Description

Welcome to a delightful journey into the world of baking with these irresistible Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes! Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice, this recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while mastering the art of blending caramel’s richness with the tangy goodness of cream cheese. These cupcakes are a treat worth sharing, so let’s dive in and create some magic in the kitchen!

Ingredients

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For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup whole milk

For the Caramel Cream Filling:

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup powdered sugar

For the Frosting:

  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Salted Caramel Drizzle:

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp sea salt

Optional Substitutions:

  • Replace whole milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free alternative.
  • Use gluten-free flour to accommodate dietary restrictions.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cupcakes

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling them two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let them cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Caramel Cream Filling

  1. In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream, butter, brown sugar, and salt over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture thickens (about 4–5 minutes).
  2. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in powdered sugar until smooth. Set aside to cool completely.

Step 3: Prepare the Frosting

  1. Beat cream cheese and butter together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy and spreadable.

Step 4: Create the Salted Caramel Drizzle

  1. Heat granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until melted and golden.
  2. Add butter, stirring until fully incorporated, then slowly whisk in the heavy cream.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in sea salt. Allow to cool slightly before using.

Step 5: Assemble the Cupcakes

  1. Use a knife or cupcake corer to remove the centers of each cupcake, being careful not to cut all the way through.
  2. Fill each hollowed-out cupcake with caramel cream using a spoon or piping bag.
  3. Pipe cream cheese frosting generously on top of each cupcake.
  4. Drizzle salted caramel over the frosting and garnish with a pinch of sea salt.

Equipment

Notes

  1. Use Room-Temperature Ingredients: For a smoother batter and frosting, ensure butter, cream cheese, and eggs are at room temperature.
  2. Avoid Overmixing: Overmixing can make the cupcakes dense instead of light and fluffy.
  3. Double the Drizzle: Make extra salted caramel for added indulgence or to use in other desserts.

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/salted-caramel-cream-cheese-cupcakes-easy-dessert-recipe/