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October 5, 2012

Caramel Apple Cupcakes

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Caramel Apple Cupcakes

Last year, Doodle and I decided to make caramel apples.

caramel apple cupcake-title

You know, the real apples on a stick, dipped in oooey, goooey caramel and then dipped in nuts or drizzled with chocolate??

It was a mess.

And he ate just two bites before declaring himself “all done.”

Now that it’s fall, and we’re seeing pictures all over the internet, magazines and in stores…Doodle asked to make them again. And while I want to be the “fun mom” who makes awesome seasonal goodies for her kid, I’m drawing the line one this one. Kind of.

This version of caramel apples isn’t quite as healthy(?), but it’s certainly a little less messy–and just as fun!

Caramel Apple Cupcakes
 
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Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
  • 1 box (18.25 ounce) spice cake mix
  • 1 cup buttermilk or sour milk
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 can apple pie filling
For the Topping:
  • 20 caramels
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 18 lollipop sticks
  • ribbon, optional
Method
  1. Preheat oven to 350. Line muffin tins with paper liners and set aside.
  2. Combine cake mix, buttermilk, oil, and eggs in a large bowl. Mix with an electric mixer until moistened, about 30 seconds. Increase speed to high and beat until thick, about 2 more minutes.
  3. Fill the paper liners two-thirds full and dollop a small spoonful of apple pie filling on top. Bake until golden, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  4. Remove the cupcakes from the baking pans. Place on a wire rack and allow to cool completely.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the caramels and milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until smooth. Spread over cupcakes and sprinkle with pecans. Insert lollipop stick into the center of each cupcake.
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Have a wonderful weekend–what do you all have planned? We’re headed up to my old college town after work today for football Saturday–which should be interesting, since it’s my K-State Wildcats against my husband’s team, the Jayhawks. Someone is going to be bummed at the end of the day, and it’s not going to be me. Go Cats! 😉

 

I’m linked up at these great parties this week: Crazy Sweet Tuesdays, Trick or Treat Tuesdays, Tasty Tuesdays, Totally Tasty Tuesdays, Cast Party Wednesday, Whip it Up Wednesdays, Watcha’ Whipped Up Wednesdays, Eat, Pray {Read}, Love, Sweet Treats Thursday, Mrs. Fox’s Sweets, Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons, Itsy Bitsy Paper, Crumbs and Chaos, I’m Lovin’ It Fridays, Weekend Potluck, and Six Sister’s Stuff!

29 Comments

  1. Kim
    Kim on October 5, 2012 at 6:49 am

    We’re headed to the game, too, but with a stop to see our 9-month-old granddaughter, too. It doesn’t get much better than that! Thankfully, we only bleed purple around here, so unless the unthinkable happens, it will be a happy time! I love the caramel apple cupcake idea. So cute! I made a version of your Almond Joy Bars this week (I did a scratch blondie recipe instead of cake mix, but I used the idea, plus the coconut and the Almond Joy bites.) They were a hit with the guys! Thanks! I REALLY hope you enjoy the game.
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    • Ashley
      Ashley on October 5, 2012 at 5:04 pm

      Kim–so glad you liked the Almond Joy bars–yours sound great with the from scratch blondie recipe. Now you’ve got me thinking I need to make those again. 🙂 Have a great time at the game, and enjoy seeing your granddaughter! GO CATS!

      Reply
  2. Jen @ Savory Simple
    Jen @ Savory Simple on October 5, 2012 at 7:32 am

    That is some beautiful photography. These look absolutely delicious! What a lovely fall treat.
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    • Ashley
      Ashley on October 5, 2012 at 5:06 pm

      Thanks for the nice photography compliment, Jen. I really struggle with my photography, so I appreciate your kind words. These cupcakes were pretty tasty, and fun to make, too. =)

      Reply
  3. amy @ fearless homemaker
    amy @ fearless homemaker on October 5, 2012 at 7:46 am

    Would you believe I’ve never had a caramel apple in my life? I don’t like messy stuff, so I always shy away from them, ha! I bet i’d like these much better. =)
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    • Ashley
      Ashley on October 5, 2012 at 5:07 pm

      I haven’t eaten many caramel apples either, for the same reason. After making/eating them with a (then) 4-year old, it will probably be a long time before I do it again! =) These were much easier.

      Reply
  4. Jessica@AKitchenAddiction
    Jessica@AKitchenAddiction on October 5, 2012 at 8:30 am

    These are so fun! And they look amazing!
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    • Ashley
      Ashley on October 5, 2012 at 5:04 pm

      Thanks, Jessica! We had fun making them!

      Reply
  5. Nancy
    Nancy on October 5, 2012 at 9:04 am

    These look awesome. Great pics! I love my Silpat. Hope I can win another one.

    Reply
  6. Shirley
    Shirley on October 5, 2012 at 10:32 am

    These look so fun and the perfect fall dessert. Great pics Ashley!

    Reply
    • Ashley
      Ashley on October 5, 2012 at 5:07 pm

      Thanks, Shirley!

      Reply
  7. Chandra@The Plaid and Paisley Kitchen
    Chandra@The Plaid and Paisley Kitchen on October 5, 2012 at 11:57 am

    Awesome pictures!!!! Plus they look even better than caramel apples
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  8. Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel
    Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel on October 5, 2012 at 6:24 pm

    Oh my gosh, Ashley! These are so insanely cute and look AMAZING. Caramel apples, mmm. And in cupcake form–so cute!
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  9. Back For Seconds
    Back For Seconds on October 5, 2012 at 10:52 pm

    Love these! Your presentation is beautiful and the photos are fab! You’ve got the whole package, girl!
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  10. Jill
    Jill on October 6, 2012 at 3:36 am

    These look so yummy and I think the kid will love making (and eating) them with me. Can’t wait to try them 🙂
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  11. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust
    Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust on October 7, 2012 at 4:01 pm

    These are totally gorgeous! LOVE the idea of the cupcake vs. the apple. I hate the mess it creates. And, it comes on a stick…but you have to cut it to eat it. I never understood that about caramel apples!
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  12. curious baker
    curious baker on October 7, 2012 at 6:21 pm

    What do you do with the buttermilk…?

    Reply
    • Ashley
      Ashley on October 7, 2012 at 6:45 pm

      The buttermilk goes in with the cake mix, oil, and eggs. I’ve corrected it in the printable recipe–thanks so much for spotting that!

      Reply
  13. Gina
    Gina on October 8, 2012 at 6:10 am

    These look amazing! Do leftover cupcakes need to be refridgerated or are they fine left on the counter in an airtight container?

    Reply
    • Ashley
      Ashley on October 11, 2012 at 10:20 pm

      Hi Gina! I’m kind of weird about my baked goods containing fruit–I usually refrigerate them. But, I also know a lot of people who say it’s just fine to leave something like this at room temp. So I think you’d be fine either way. =)

      Reply
  14. sally @ sallys baking addiction
    sally @ sallys baking addiction on October 8, 2012 at 9:34 pm

    i’ve never made homemade caramel apples from scratch- and yes, they seem like quite the mess and pain in the butt! These are adorable – saving time, money, and a huge MESS!!!
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  15. Winnie
    Winnie on October 10, 2012 at 8:21 am

    These look AMAZINGGGG
    Simply to-die-for

    Reply

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