🧁 Vanilla Caramel Cupcakes

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🧁 Vanilla Caramel Cupcakes





🍯 The Perfect Cupcake for Every Occasion

These Vanilla Caramel Cupcakes combine the best of both worlds — a light, buttery vanilla base and a sweet, golden caramel topping that melts in your mouth.

They’re elegant enough for parties yet easy enough for everyday baking. Each bite delivers pure bliss — soft crumb, creamy frosting, and a hint of caramel magic.

🧺 Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ cup milk (whole or buttermilk)

For the Caramel Sauce (optional for filling or drizzle):

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 3 tbsp butter

  • ¼ cup heavy cream

  • Pinch of salt

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar

  • 2–3 tbsp caramel sauce (from above or store-bought)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Cupcakes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

  3. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

  4. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.

  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk until combined.

  6. Fill liners about ⅔ full and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

  7. Let cool completely before frosting.

Step 2: Make the Caramel Sauce

  1. In a small saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat.

  2. Add cream and stir constantly until thickened (about 3–4 minutes).

  3. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and salt. Cool before using.

Step 3: Make the Frosting

  1. Beat butter until creamy.

  2. Add powdered sugar gradually, then mix in caramel sauce, vanilla, and salt.

  3. Beat until smooth and fluffy.

Step 4: Assemble

  • Frost cooled cupcakes generously.

  • Drizzle with extra caramel sauce or sprinkle with sea salt for a gourmet touch.

🌟 Tips & Variations

  • Stuff them! Cut out the centers and fill with caramel sauce before frosting.

  • Add a pinch of sea salt for Salted Caramel Cupcakes.

  • Use cream cheese frosting instead for a tangy twist.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Vanilla Caramel Cupcakes are:

  • Soft, moist, and buttery 🧁

  • Easy to make yet elegant

  • Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or gifting

  • Loaded with irresistible caramel flavor


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