I love cupcakes. In fact, I have an entire Pinterest board dedicated to these miniature-sized cakes. If you love cupcakes like I do, follow my Cupcakes Galore board. So many delicious cupcakes recipes, like these Caramel Apple Cupcakes.
When I think of fall, I think of cooler weather, leaves changing, crisp air, and apples. I love apples year round but I especially enjoy them during the fall, when they are in season.
Cooler weather normally brings fun fall festivals in the community. If you’ve ever been to one, you’ve probably enjoyed a delicious caramel apple. Well, these Caramel Apple Cupcakes are a play on those delicious fall festival treats. But, they’re a lot less messy and a lot easier to eat!
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
Ingredients
Cupcakes:
- 1 boxed spice cake mix
- 1 cup Apple Butter
- 1 cup apples, peeled and chopped (I used macintosh)
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup oil
Cream Cheese Buttercream:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp Apple Butter
Topping:
- 1 cup Ghirardelli caramel sauce
Instructions
There are so many ways to make cupcakes, and I think that is why I love them so much. So many different flavor combinations, topping alternatives, frosting choices, etc. You never have to make the same cupcakes twice, but you’d be silly not to make these Caramel Apple Cupcakes again and again.
I found that these cupcakes store well in the refrigerator so if you need to make them a couple days in advance, it’s safe to do so. I know how busy our days can be so if you need make the cupcakes one day and frost the next day, go for it.
Do you have a favorite apple recipe?
Maureen says
These look like some delicious cupcakes for sure. I Love caramel so I am sure I will love these caramel apple cupcakes!
Ann Bacciaglia says
These cupcakes look so delicious and easy to make. I would love to try this recipe on the weekend. My family will love it.
DogVills says
oh my goodness! Caramel cupcakes are my favorite. I want some of these.
Allie D. says
These caramel apple cupcakes looks so delicious! I think they would be an excellent dessert to our Thanksgiving party!
susan says
Oh these look all ooey and gooey in the best ways! I would love to make these for my family we love apple everything!
Mary says
This looks insane! I want every last one of these…in my mouth….right now.
Marielle Altenor says
That looks soo good. I don’t think I’ve seen Ghirardelli caramel sauce at my local grocery store.
Jocelyn says
Oh my goodness! I LOVE caramel apples and these cupcakes look AMAZING. I have to make some.
Diane Hoffmaster says
Those look delicious! I would definitely enjoy one or two of those with some coffee!
Sarah says
Ooooo we eat caramel with apples but I’m not really a baker haha maybe we’ll try this one!
Kristi says
Yum! These would be a perfect desert to bring to my Aunt and Uncles for Thanksgiving. I’m always on the lookout for something new and different than just brownies.
Jennifer says
Those look insanely good. I will eat just about any cupcake on the planet, but really good ones like these are a thing of pure beauty.
Audrey McClelland says
Those sound amazing! Apple caramel is one of my favorite flavor combinations in any dessert. I can’t wait to make these!
Scott says
Excuse me while I wipe the drool off my chin. They look SOOO messy, but I’ll bet they’re fantastic!
Jennifer says
OMG, those are amazing! I love caramel apple, and cupcakes are my jam. I must make these! That’s saying something, because I hate to bake. LOL