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Sticky Toffee Cupcakes Recipe with Perfect Caramel Frosting

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Moist, flavorful sticky toffee cupcakes topped with luscious caramel frosting that melts on your tongue. Perfect for birthdays, dinner parties, or when you’re craving something extraordinary.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (180g) powdered sugar, sifted

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  3. Whisk together the milk, sour cream, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Slowly add this mixture to the batter, alternating with the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt). Mix until just combined—don’t overmix!
  4. Scoop the batter into the liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
  6. Heat the granulated sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it melts and turns amber-colored. Slowly add the heavy cream (be careful, it may bubble up). Stir in the butter and salt until smooth.
  7. Let the caramel cool slightly, then whisk in the powdered sugar until the frosting is thick and spreadable.
  8. Pipe or spread the caramel frosting onto the cooled cupcakes. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt, if desired.

Notes

[‘Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smooth batter and even baking.’, ‘Take your time when melting the sugar for the caramel to avoid burning.’, ‘You can make the caramel frosting a day in advance and refrigerate it. Bring it to room temperature before using.’, ‘For a grown-up twist, add a splash of rum to the caramel frosting.’]

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