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Salted Caramel Apple Layer Cake Cups: A Delectable Treat

Salted caramel apple layer cake cups with cream cheese frosting and caramel drizzle.

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Salted caramel apple layer cake cups with cream cheese frosting and caramel drizzle.

Introducing the Salted Caramel Apple Layer Cake Cups—a scrumptious dessert that tantalizes the taste buds with each tantalizing bite. This recipe brings together the comforting flavors of apple, rich caramel, and creamy frosting in an adorable cup form. Perfect for any dessert lover, these cake cups are a novel way to serve up all-time favorite flavors. Made with layers of moist cake, velvety frosting, and decadent salted caramel, this treat is sure to become a household favorite. Simple yet striking, these cups are designed to impress at any gathering.

Salted caramel has its origins rooted in French cuisine, where the first recipes for salted caramel appeared in the early 1980s. As a flavor combination, it captures the sweet creaminess of caramel and balances it with a hint of saltiness, creating a flavor profile that is both comforting and sophisticated. When paired with apples, it transforms into a comforting dessert reminiscent of fall harvests. The cake’s soft texture complements the rich salted caramel, making these cups an enticing choice for any occasion.

These Salted Caramel Apple Layer Cake Cups are versatile for various occasions, including birthday parties, upscale dinner gatherings, or even cozy family nights. They are beautifully presented, making them an ideal centerpiece for dessert tables. Whether you’re celebrating a special milestone or simply treating yourself to something sweet, these cake cups are the perfect addition to your dessert repertoire, making memorable moments even sweeter.

Salted caramel apple layer cake cups with cream cheese frosting and caramel drizzle.

Salted Caramel Apple Layer Cake Cups: A Delectable Treat

Recipe by Mary Clarkson

Difficulty

Intermediate

Servings

12 servings

Prep time

30 Mins

Cooking time

20 Mins

Ingredients

  • 120g all-purpose flour
  • 100g granulated sugar
  • 10g baking powder
  • a pinch of salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 120ml milk
  • 60g melted butter
  • 1 medium apple, chopped
  • 100g cream cheese
  • 100g unsalted butter
  • 150g powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Salted caramel sauce for drizzling
  • Apple slices for garnish

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Instructions

  1. Start by preheating the oven to 175°C (350°F).
  2. Grease a cupcake pan and line it with cupcake liners.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, blend eggs, milk, and melted butter together.
  5. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mix, combining until just mixed.
  6. Fold in chopped apples until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cupcake liners.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake cups to cool completely.
  10. To prepare the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  11. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until fluffy.
  12. Fill a piping bag with the frosting and swirl it on top of the cooled cake cups.
  13. Drizzle salted caramel sauce over the frosted cakes.
  14. Top with a slice of apple and a sprinkle of sea salt for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

210

Carbs

30

Protein

2

Fats

8