Chocolate Caramel Turtle Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful experience of chocolate caramel turtle cupcakes, where rich chocolate cake meets creamy caramel and crunchy pecans. These decadent treats are perfect for any occasion, ensuring smiles and sweet satisfaction with every bite. Whether for a celebration or a cozy night in, these cupcakes will leave your guests craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- For Topping: 1/2 cup chocolate ganache (made from melted chocolate and cream)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- 3. In another bowl, beat softened butter and eggs; gradually add milk until smooth.
- 4. Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Fold in chopped pecans.
- 5. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- 6. Let cupcakes cool completely before drizzling with warm caramel sauce and topping with chocolate ganache.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg