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Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes

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Indulge in these decadent Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes—a delightful combination of sweet and salty flavors. Featuring a moist vanilla cupcake filled with creamy cream cheese and luscious caramel sauce, topped with smooth cream cheese frosting, a drizzle of caramel, and a sprinkle of sea salt flakes. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you’re craving a gourmet treat!

Ingredients

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For the Cupcakes:

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk

For the Filling:

  • ½ cup cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup caramel sauce

For the Frosting:

  • 1 cup cream cheese frosting

For the Topping:

  • Extra caramel sauce for drizzling
  • Sea salt flakes for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Bake: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
  6. Fill the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes have cooled, use a small knife to cut a small hole in the center of each one. Fill halfway with softened cream cheese, then top with caramel sauce.
  7. Frost and Garnish: Frost the cupcakes with cream cheese frosting, drizzle with extra caramel sauce, and garnish with a sprinkle of sea salt flakes for the ultimate sweet-salty balance.

Notes

  • Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure that the butter, eggs, and cream cheese are at room temperature before starting. This helps create a smooth batter and frosting.
  • Avoid Overmixing: Overmixing can make the cupcakes dense. Mix until just combined.
  • Homemade Caramel Sauce: For a richer flavor, consider making your own caramel sauce at home.

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