Here’s a rich, indulgent, and exclusive recipe for Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes—a decadent combination of soft cupcakes, luscious cream cheese filling, and a perfect swirl of salted caramel. These cupcakes are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, offering a blend of sweet and salty flavors that keep your taste buds dancing. Plus, with a cream cheese surprise in the middle, every bite is a little piece of heaven.
Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes: A Decadent Delight
There’s something magical about salted caramel. Its perfect balance of sweetness with a hint of saltiness transforms any dessert into a showstopper. Now, imagine that drizzled over a soft, moist cupcake, with a creamy, tangy cream cheese filling hidden inside. Sounds irresistible, right? These Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes are the perfect treat for special occasions—or even just when you feel like indulging in something extraordinary.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Creamy Surprise Center: These cupcakes feature a smooth cream cheese filling that takes them to the next level of indulgence.
- Salted Caramel Goodness: The homemade salted caramel drizzle elevates the flavors with that perfect sweet-salty contrast.
- Easy to Make, Hard to Resist: Despite their fancy appearance, these cupcakes are simple to prepare and will impress everyone who tries them.
Let’s dive into the recipe and make these irresistible cupcakes!
Salted Caramel Cream Cheese Cupcakes Recipe
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120ml) whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Salted Caramel Sauce:
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp (90g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream, room temperature
- 1 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
For the Frosting (optional but delicious!):
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract