Caramel Banana Cupcakes with Toffee Frosting
Caramel Banana Cupcakes with Toffee Frosting are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with a rich, creamy toffee frosting. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to cozy afternoons at home. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, you can create an irresistible dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup ripe bananas (about 3 medium bananas)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup toffee bits
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Mix in softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just blended.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting: Beat together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and toffee bits until smooth. Once cupcakes have cooled completely, frost generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg