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- 1 cup all-purpose flour - 1 cup sugar - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened - 2 large eggs - ½ cup milk - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder - ½ teaspoon salt - ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Caramel Cupcakes with Vanilla Cream Center

Indulge in the sweet goodness of irresistible caramel cupcakes with a creamy vanilla center! These soft and fluffy treats are packed with rich caramel flavor and a delightful surprise inside. Follow our easy step-by-step guide to create these delectable cupcakes, complete with essential tips and variations to impress your loved ones.
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Ingredients
  

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs

½ cup milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

1 cup powdered sugar (for cream filling)

½ cup heavy cream (for cream filling)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cream filling)

Extra caramel sauce for drizzling on top (for garnish)

Sea salt flakes (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

    Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until combined.

      Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.

        Add the Caramel: Gently fold in the caramel sauce until evenly dispersed through the batter.

          Fill the Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter among the lined muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

            Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

              Cool Down: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

                Prepare the Vanilla Cream Filling: In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.

                  Fill the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are cool, use a small knife to cut out the center of each cupcake, creating a small hole about an inch deep. Fill each hole with the vanilla cream filling, using a piping bag or spoon.

                    Finish the Cupcakes: Drizzle extra caramel sauce over each cupcake and sprinkle with sea salt flakes to enhance the flavor.

                      Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 12 cupcakes

                        - Presentation Tips: Serve these delightful caramel cupcakes on a decorative plate, and consider adding a ribbon around the platter for a special touch. Place a small caramel candy on top of each cupcake for an extra treat!