Best 4 Pumpkin Caramel Cupcakes Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our Pumpkin Caramel Cupcakes, a delectable treat that combines the comforting essence of fall with the richness of caramel. These cupcakes are not just ordinary desserts; they are culinary masterpieces that tantalize your taste buds from the first bite to the last.

Crafted with love and precision, our Pumpkin Caramel Cupcakes boast a moist and tender pumpkin cake base, infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, perfectly capturing the essence of autumn. Each cupcake is crowned with a luscious caramel frosting, a decadent combination of butter, cream, and brown sugar, swirled to perfection, creating a textural contrast that will leave you craving more.

But we didn't stop there. To elevate your dessert experience, we've included two additional recipes that will turn your cupcakes into show-stopping centerpieces. The Pumpkin Spice Buttercream Frosting adds a fluffy and flavorful twist, while the Salted Caramel Sauce provides an irresistible drizzle of sweet and salty goodness.

These Pumpkin Caramel Cupcakes are not just a dessert; they are an experience. Each bite transports you to a cozy fall afternoon, surrounded by the warmth of family and the aroma of freshly baked goods. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes are designed for success, ensuring that you create a batch of cupcakes that will impress even the most discerning palate.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN CARAMEL CUPCAKES



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Not only do kids love to eat these cupcakes, they can help bake them, too. To make things even easier for them, we got the idea to dunk them in premade caramel apple dip instead of using frosting. -Donna Schaab, Belleville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
2/3 cup water
1/4 cup maple syrup
3 large eggs, room temperature
4 teaspoons sugar
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Dash salt
1 carton (16 ounces) caramel apple dip
Chocolate frosting and decorating icing, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners. Combine the first 8 ingredients. Beat on low speed 30 seconds; beat on medium 2 minutes., Fill prepared cups three-fourths full. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 18-22 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely., Frost cupcakes with caramel apple dip. Decorate, if desired, with frosting and decorating icing. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PUMPKIN SALTED CARAMEL CUPCAKES



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A spiced pumpkin cupcake topped with salted caramel frosting, Rolos™, pecans and more caramel is the perfect autumn treat.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1 cup Libby's™ 100% Pure Pumpkin (from 15 oz can)
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 containers Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting
1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
24 Hershey's Rolos® chocolates, unwrapped, quartered
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup salted caramel sauce
Coarse sea salt, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  • In large bowl, beat cake mix, pumpkin, water, oil, eggs, and pumpkin pie spice with electric mixer on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (about two-thirds full).
  • Bake 14 to 19 minutes or until toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • In medium bowl ,mix frosting and 1/2 cup caramel sauce with spoon until well blended. Spoon frosting into large resealable freezer plastic bag; partially seal. Cut off bottom corner of bag. Pipe frosting on outside edge of cupcake and spiraling up toward center. Decorate with 4 Rolos™ pieces and 1 teaspoon pecans. Repeat steps to frost and decorate with each cupcake.
  • When ready to serve, drizzle 1/4 cup caramel sauce on cupcakes and sprinkle with sea salt, if desired. Store loosely covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Servings, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 38 g, TransFat 0 g

CARAMEL PUDDING PUMPKIN CUPCAKES (HUNGRY GIRL)



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Directly from Hungrygirl.com Flexible for vegans, adaptable for IBD sufferers & diabetics (I.E. my house) Easily doubled

Provided by DustyandSarah

Categories     Dessert

Time 22m

Yield 12 cupcakes, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups moist-style yellow cake mix (1/2 of an 18.25-ounce box)
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1/3 cup fat-free liquid egg substitute or 1/3 cup energ egg substitute
2 tablespoons sugar-free maple syrup (or not)
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons sugar, in the raw or 2 teaspoons stevia, equivalent
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cubes chewy caramels (about 1 ounce)
2 teaspoons light vanilla soymilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine all cupcake ingredients in a mixing bowl with 1/3 cup of water. Whip with a whisk or fork for 2 minutes until well blended.
  • Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick spray or line with baking cups. Evenly spoon batter into muffin cups.
  • Place pan in the oven and cook for about 12 minutes (until cupcakes have puffed up but still appear a little gooey on top).
  • Once cupcakes are cool enough to handle, arrange them closely on a plate so that the edges are touching. Place caramel and soymilk in a tall microwave-safe glass or dish (mixture will bubble and rise when heated).
  • Microwave at medium power for 1 1/2 minutes. Stir mixture vigorously until smooth and thoroughly blended. (Return to microwave for 30 seconds at medium heat if caramel has not fully melted.) Immediately drizzle caramel sauce over cupcakes.

OOEY GOOEY PUMPKIN CARAMEL CUPCAKES



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Spiced pumpkin cupcakes filled with dulce de leche and crowned with cream cheese frosting. A scattering of cashews, chocolate and extra caramel make it ooey gooey good.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 15

Reynolds™ Baking Cups
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 to 3 teaspoons milk
4 cups powdered sugar
1 can (13.4 oz) dulce de leche (caramelized sweetened condensed milk)
Hot fudge sauce, if desired
Cashews, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Place Reynolds Baking Cups in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  • In large bowl, beat cupcake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (about two-thirds full).
  • Bake 19 to 24 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • For frosting, in large bowl beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla and 2 teaspoons of the milk with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Beat in powdered sugar 1 cup at a time. Gradually beat in just enough remaining milk to make frosting smooth and spreadable.
  • Fit round tip (opening about 1/4 inch in diameter) in decorating bag. Spoon dulce de leche into bag. Insert tip in center of 1 cupcake, about halfway down. Gently squeeze decorating bag, pulling upwards until cupcake swells slightly and filling comes to the top. Repeat with remaining cupcakes. (Reserve remaining dulce de leche in decorating bag to decorate tops.)
  • Fit round or star tip (opening about 1/2 inch in diameter) into decorating bag. Spoon cream cheese frosting into bag; pipe frosting in circular motion on top of each cupcake. Pipe dulce de leche over cream cheese frosting in desired pattern. Garnish with hot fudge sauce and cashews. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 38 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh pumpkin puree for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh pumpkin puree, you can use canned pumpkin puree, but be sure to drain it well before using.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the cupcakes tough.
  • Fill the cupcake liners only 2/3 full. The cupcakes will rise as they bake.
  • Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them.
  • For a richer flavor, use brown sugar in the frosting.
  • If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a ziplock bag with the corner snipped off to pipe the frosting onto the cupcakes.
  • Garnish the cupcakes with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice or chopped nuts.

Conclusion:

These pumpkin caramel cupcakes are the perfect fall treat. They're moist and flavorful, with a delicious caramel frosting. They're sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So, preheat your oven and get ready to bake up a batch of these delicious cupcakes!

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