Caramel Apple Cupcakes

Cupcakes prepared from packaged cake mix with added apple pieces. Baked until firm and golden brown. Caramels melted in hot milk. Mixture is cooled slightly and spread evenly over cooled cupcakes.

Ingredients -

1 package Spice Cake Mix or Carrot Cake Mix 
2 cups chopped peeled Tart Apples 
20 Caramels (unwrapped) 
2 tablespoons Milk 
1/2 cup finely chopped Pecans, toasted 
12 wooden Popsicle Sticks

 
Preparation:

1. Prepare cake batter according to package directions; fold in apples.

2. Fill 12 greased or paper-lined jumbo muffin cups (Texas-size) three-fourths full.

3. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

4. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

5. In a saucepan, melt the caramels and milk over low heat until smooth.

6. Cool for a little bit so when you ice the cupcakes the caramel won't drip down the sides.

7. Spread caramel over cupcakes. Sprinkle with pecans.

8. Insert a wooden stick into the center of each cupcake.

 



Cupcake Making Tips -
Cake Flour

Cake flour contains 5 to 7 percent protein, has a silky texture and creates baked goods that are very tender. Sifting cake flour before using is a good idea since it clumps easily due to its fine milling.


Cupcake Making Tips -
Apple Season

Apple season begins in late summer and continues through November. To store apples, wrap in a plastic bag and place in the refrigerator.

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