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Apple Cupcakes with Miso Caramel Frosting

Delicious Apple Cupcakes with Miso Caramel Frosting Bliss

Indulge in Apple Cupcakes with Miso Caramel Frosting, combining sweet and savory flavors for an unforgettable treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 51 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup Apple Butter Provides moisture and flavor
  • ½ cup Whole Milk Or buttermilk for a tangy flavor
  • ⅓ cup Vegetable Oil Avoid using olive oil for a neutral taste
  • 1 large Egg Ensure it’s at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Imitation can be an alternative
  • 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar Light brown sugar is a good substitute
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour May be swapped with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Apple Pie Spice Ground cinnamon can be used as an alternative
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Kosher Salt Balances the sweetness
For the Miso Caramel Frosting
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Let it come to room temperature
  • ½ cup Miso Caramel Caramel sauce mixed with white miso can be a substitute
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Confectioner’s sugar offers the best texture

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Muffin tin
  • whisk
  • Sifter
  • spatula
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Mix together the apple butter, whole milk (or buttermilk), vegetable oil, large egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Add dark brown sugar to the wet mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Sift together all-purpose flour, apple pie spice, baking soda, baking powder, and kosher salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  6. Fill the lined muffin cups with the batter and bake for approximately 16 minutes.
  7. Cool the cupcakes in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Prepare the frosting by beating together softened butter and miso caramel until creamy.
  9. Gradually add powdered sugar to the mixture, mixing until fluffy and smooth, then frost cooled cupcakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize spices as desired and ensure proper temperatures for ingredients for best results.

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