Chocolate Caramel Filled Cupcakes
Indulge in the heavenly delight of chocolate caramel filled cupcakes! These soft, fluffy treats feature a luscious gooey caramel center and are encased in rich chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes will elevate your dessert game and impress guests with their irresistible flavors. Easy to make with simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will leave everyone craving more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, combine softened butter, eggs, and milk until smooth.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour half the batter into each liner, place a spoonful of caramel sauce in the center, then top with remaining batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of cocoa powder. - Top with sea salt for an added zing or experiment with different fillings like hazelnut spread.