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Butter Pecan Cupcakes with Caramel Filling

These delightful cupcakes combine toasted pecans and a gooey caramel filling for a sweet treat that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature Use real butter for best flavor.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 3 large eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped Toast in a dry skillet until nutty.
For the Caramel Filling
  • 1 cup caramel sauce Homemade or store-bought.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes until fragrant. Let cool and chop.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugars until fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla.
  5. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Alternately mix the dry ingredients and milk into the creamed mixture, folding in the pecans last.
Baking
  1. Scoop the batter into the lined muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  2. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Cool the cupcakes in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Filling
  1. After the cupcakes are completely cooled, pipe caramel into the center using a squeeze bottle or piping bag.
Decorating
  1. Decorate with a swirl of caramel on top, add a pecan half for garnish, or use chopped pecans for a finishing touch.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature butter and eggs, and avoid overmixing the batter. Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or in the fridge for longer storage. Reheat before serving for best taste.