Caramel Popcorn Cupcakes
Caramel popcorn cupcakes are a truly special and visually appealing dessert, combining the movie night favorite, caramel popcorn, with a soft, sweet cupcake base. This cake originates from American gastronomy, where combining sweet and salty flavors is a popular trend. It's the perfect choice for parties, birthdays, or any occasion when you want to surprise guests with something truly special. The crunchy popcorn and silky caramel cream provide a new experience in every bite.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) while preparing the batter.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and vanilla sugar.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the oil and milk, mixing until smooth.
4
Add the caramel sauce to the wet ingredients and mix well.
5
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until you have a smooth, lump-free batter.
6
Divide the batter evenly among muffin liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
7
Bake the cupcakes for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting and adding the popcorn topping.
9
Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and a little caramel sauce to create a silky frosting.
10
Pipe or spoon the frosting onto the top of the cupcakes, then decorate with caramel popcorn.
