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Caramel Apple Cupcakes

Caramel Apple Cupcakes

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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Cakes, Cupcakes, Desserts
Servings 1 dozen

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pkg spice cake mix or carrot cake (regular size)
  • 2 cups tart apples peeled, chopped (about 2 medium)
  • 20 caramels
  • 3 tbs milk 2%
  • 1 cup pecans finely chopped, toasted
  • 12 wooden skewers ( 4 1/2 inches)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line 12 jumbo muffin cups with paper liners.
  • Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions; fold in apples. Fill prepared cups three-fourths full. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans; cool completely on a wire rack.
  • In a small saucepan, cook caramels and milk over low heat until smooth, stirring constantly. Spread over cupcakes. Sprinkle with pecans. Insert a wooden skewer in each.

Notes

Caramel Apple Cupcakes

Take these extra-special cupcakes to your next event and watch how quickly they disappear! With a caramel topping and spice cake base, they're the perfect mix of two fall-favorite treats. —Diane Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
To toast nuts, bake in a shallow pan in a 350° oven for 5-10 minutes or cook in a skillet over low heat until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
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