Salted Caramel Cupcakes

You won't be able to resist the irresistibly delicious flavor of these salted caramel cupcakes! Indulge in the moist and fluffy vanilla cupcakes filled with a gooey caramel center and topped with a creamy mascarpone caramel frosting.

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For all the caramel lovers! Enjoy the ultimate decadence with these salted caramel cupcakes. They feature an irresistible blend of sweet and salty flavors that are perfect for elevating any celebration!

Delight in my tender and moist vanilla cupcake base filled with a homemade salted caramel center and topped with a light and creamy mascarpone whipped cream frosting.

Whether for birthdays, holidays, or just because, these caramel-infused cupcakes are the perfect indulgence. Their rich, gooey center and fluffy frosting make them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion!

Craving for more caramel flavor recipes? Give these a try: Salted caramel cake, Salted caramel macarons, Salted caramel ganache or these salted caramel cookies,

Ingredients Notes

You'll need these ingredients to make these caramel cupcakes recipe:

• Vanilla Cupcakes: A vanilla cupcake base prepared with butter. For an oil-based version, follow this recipe: Butter-Free Vanilla Cupcakes.
• Caramel Mascarpone Frosting: A mascarpone whipped cream flavored with salted caramel made from mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract and salted caramel sauce.
• Homemade Caramel Sauce: Homemade caramel made with granulated sugar, unsalted butter, heavy cream and flaky sea salt (kosher salt or table salt) or use your favorite store-bought caramel.

Salted Carmel Cupcakes Step-by-step Instructions

Here are some quick visual instructions. Don't forget that full instructions with exact ingredients can be found in the main recipe card below!

Step 1: Cook the white sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat until it starts to melt, then stir with a wooden spoon until you get a deep amber-color mixture.

Step 2: Add the butter pieces and stir to incorporate, then add the heavy cream gradually and the fleur de sel, continue cooking to thicken the caramel.

Step 1: Cream butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer or in your stand mixer until creamy.

Step 2: Add the eggs and vanilla, then beat again to incorporate them.

Step 3: Incorporate the buttermilk and flour mixture - cake flour, baking powder, salt, alternately and gradually, using a rubber spatula until a homogeneous batter forms.

Step 4: Pour the batter into the cupcake liners and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through in the center. (check with a toothpick, if it comes out with a few moist crumbs, they're done, then let cool on a wire rack)

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, place the cold mascarpone cheese, chilled heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, and slightly cooled salted caramel.

Step 2: Using an electric mixer, beat on medium-high speed speed for about 2 minutes until thick and stiff peaks form.

Step 3: Make a small hole in the center of each cupcake using a cupcake corer, and fill the hole with salted caramel filling.

Step 4: Place the frosting in a large piping bag fitted with a star tip and pipe onto the filled cupcake, add caramel drizzle on top of each cupcake and enjoy!

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I hope you love these salted caramel cupcake recipe. If you make it, be sure to leave a comment and a rating so I know how you liked it. Happy Baking!

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