CARAMEL MACCHIATO CUPCAKES

CARAMEL MACCHIATO CUPCAKES

If you love caramel and coffee, these Caramel Macchiato Cupcakes combine the two in one easy dessert.

I've always liked experimenting with simple ways to add more flavor to a basic cake mix. Coffee creamer is one of those easy shortcuts—it replaces the water normally called for on the box and adds another layer of flavor without making the recipe complicated.

For these cupcakes, I use caramel macchiato coffee creamer in both the cake and the frosting. The cupcakes start with a vanilla cake mix, making them quick and easy, while the homemade caramel macchiato frosting makes them feel a little more special.

And, of course, I finish them with an extra drizzle of caramel because there really isn't such a thing as too much caramel around here.


CARAMEL MACCHIATO CUPCAKES

I opted for a cake mix as a shortcut but if you're someone who enjoys making cakes from scratch, I wholeheartedly encourage you to follow that path.

Personally, I love the opportunity to infuse each mix with a touch of flavor enhancement. Whether it's a dash of cocoa, a dollop of sour cream, a splash of creamer, a hint of malt, or a spoonful of pudding, these additions elevate the taste experience to new heights of indulgence."

CAKE INGREDIENTS
  • 1 box vanilla cake mix
  • Eggs and oil called for on the cake mix package
  • Caramel macchiato coffee creamer, replacing the amount of water called for on the package

Example: If your cake mix calls for 1 cup of water, use 1 cup caramel macchiato creamer instead.

You can also use your favorite homemade vanilla cupcake recipe and experiment with replacing some or all of the liquid with caramel macchiato creamer.


CAKE DIRECTIONS

Make according to directions on cake mix package or the recipe you are follow if making from scratch.

CARAMEL MACCHIATO CUPCAKES

FROSTING INGREDIENTS
  • 1 Cup Vegetable Shortening or butter
  • 1/2 cup Caramel Macchiato Coffee Creamer 
  • 1/3 cup Caramel Topping
  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar
You can also use half butter/half shortening option, which is actually a nice compromise for cupcakes: ½ cup butter + ½ cup shortening. You get more buttery flavor while keeping some of the stability of shortening.


FROSTING DIRECTIONS

Mix shortening, creamer, caramel topping, vanilla  with an electric mixer on low speed. Alternately add powdered sugar until desired consistency is reached. You may need to add more powdered sugar or creamer to achieve correct consistency. 

Drizzle with more caramel topping if desired.

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CARAMEL MACCHIATO CUPCAKES
YIELD: 24 CUPCAKES








CAKE INGREDIENTS
  • Vanilla cake mix of choice with ingredients listed on box (or favorite vanilla cake from scratch).  
  • Substitute caramel macchiato creamer for the amount of water listed on the package.  For example, if the box calls for 1 cups of water, substitute 1 cup of creamer.

FROSTING INGREDIENTS
  • 1 Cup Vegetable Shortening
  • 1/2 cup Caramel Macchiato Coffee Creamer 
  • 1/3 cup Caramel Topping
  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar


CAKE DIRECTIONS

Make according to directions on cake mix package or the recipe you are follow if making from scratch.


FROSTING DIRECTIONS

Mix shortening, creamer, caramel topping, vanilla  with an electric mixer on low speed. Alternately add powdered sugar until desired consistency is reached. You may need to add more powdered sugar or creamer to achieve correct consistency. 

Drizzle with more caramel topping if desired.