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Gooey Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Delicious cupcakes with a creamy cheese filling and gooey salted caramel topping.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, until just combined.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner halfway with batter. Add a spoonful of cream cheese mixture on top, then cover with more batter.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool.
  7. Drizzle with salted caramel sauce and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use homemade salted caramel sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  • Author: Chef Sally
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Fat: 16g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Protein: 5g