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Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes
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Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes. Each bite features the perfect blend of creamy, tangy cream cheese and rich, buttery caramel, enhanced by a sprinkle of sea salt for that delightful sweet-and-salty contrast. These cupcakes are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make, making them a fantastic choice for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion when you want to treat yourself or impress your guests. Topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting and an extra drizzle of salted caramel, these cupcakes are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • ¼ cup salted caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add sugar and mix well.
  4. Incorporate eggs one at a time and then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the mixture until smooth.
  6. Gently fold in salted caramel sauce.
  7. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18–20 minutes.
  8. Allow cupcakes to cool before frosting with cream cheese frosting.

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