Introduction:
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and salty with these Salted Cupcakes. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are topped with a decadent salted caramel frosting that will have you coming back for more.
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Serves: 12 cupcakes
Ingredients:
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- Sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
- Fill the cupcake liners 2/3 full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat the caramel sauce and powdered sugar together until smooth. Frost the cupcakes and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Enjoy your delicious Salted Cupcakes!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 250 || Fat: 10g || Carbohydrates: 38g || Protein: 3g
What I Love About This Recipe?
- The sweet and salty combination is irresistible.
- The salted caramel frosting is rich and creamy.
- The cupcakes are moist and tender.
- They are perfect for any occasion or as a special treat.
- They are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overmixing the batter, as this can result in dense cupcakes.
- Avoid using cold ingredients, as room temperature ingredients will ensure a better texture.
- Avoid overbaking the cupcakes, as they can dry out quickly.
- Be cautious with the amount of salt used in the frosting, as it can easily become too salty.
- Make sure to let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.