Salted Caramel Cupcake Recipe

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Salted Caramel Cupcake
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Directions:

  1. Optional Garnishes:
  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (325 degrees F in a convection oven). Line cupcake pans with cupcake liners (24 regular size or 48 mini size).
  3. Using a standing mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix the sour cream, baking soda, salt and eggs until combined. Scrape out the insides of the vanilla bean. Add the vanilla and granulated sugar to the egg mixture. Mix until combined.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with 1 cup water. With mixer set to a low speed, alternate adding the water and butter, with the flour. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and continue mixing until well combined.
  5. Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds full with the batter. Bake until golden brown and baked through, 22 minutes for regular size and 16 minutes for mini size. Cool the cupcakes completely. Frost with the Caramel Buttercream Frosting. Garnish if desired.
  6. Caramel Buttercream Frosting:
  7. Using a standing mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, add the butter and beat until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the cream cheese and beat until fully incorporated and smooth. Reduce the speed and add the powdered sugar a little at a time. Mix until fully incorporated. Add the caramel sauce to the buttercream mixture. Yield: about 1 quart.
  8. This recipe was created by a contestant during a cooking competition. The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use, therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 577.94 Kcal (2420 kJ)
Calories from fat 237.99 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 26.44g 41%
Cholesterol 37.47mg 12%
Sodium 636.31mg 27%
Potassium 960.78mg 20%
Total Carbs 80.73g 27%
Sugars 52.89g 212%
Dietary Fiber 0.31g 1%
Protein 5.99g 12%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Iron 0.2mg 1%
Calcium 46.3mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 433.88 Kcal (1817 kJ)
Calories from fat 178.67 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.85g 41%
Cholesterol 28.13mg 12%
Sodium 477.7mg 27%
Potassium 721.29mg 20%
Total Carbs 60.6g 27%
Sugars 39.71g 212%
Dietary Fiber 0.23g 1%
Protein 4.5g 12%
Iron 0.1mg 1%
Calcium 34.7mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 13.7
    Points
  • 16
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium,
  • High in Sugar

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