Description
Indulge in rich chocolate cupcakes featuring a crunchy Oreo cookie base and a luscious caramel center, topped with tangy cream cheese frosting and toasted almonds. These cupcakes are perfect for celebrations or a delightful sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 125g (1 cup) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and a tender crumb.
- 30g (1/4 cup) Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Delivers intense chocolate flavor.
- 5g (1 tsp) Baking Powder: Helps the cupcakes rise.
- 2.5g (½ tsp) Baking Soda: Enhances lift and tenderness.
- 2g (¼ tsp) Salt: Balances flavors.
- 115g (½ cup) Unsalted Butter, Softened: Adds richness and tenderness.
- 200g (1 cup) Granulated Sugar: Sweetens and contributes to texture.
- 2 Large Eggs: Binds ingredients and adds richness.
- 5ml (1 tsp) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract: Enhances chocolate flavor.
- 120ml (½ cup) Whole Milk: Adds moisture.
- 120g (½ cup) Sour Cream: Contributes to a moist crumb and subtle tang.
- 100g (≈10) Oreo Cookies, Crushed: Adds crunch and Oreo flavor.
- 60ml (¼ cup) Caramel Sauce: Provides a gooey, decadent filling.
- 225g (8 oz) Cream Cheese, Softened: Forms the base of the tangy frosting.
- 57g (¼ cup) Unsalted Butter, Softened (for frosting): Adds richness to the frosting.
- 120g (1 cup) Powdered Sugar: Sweetens and lightens the frosting.
- 5ml (1 tsp) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract (for frosting): Enhances frosting flavor.
- 15g (1 tbsp) Toasted Almond Slivers: Adds crunch and visual appeal.
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- Combine Dry: Whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter & Sugar: Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs & Vanilla: Mix in eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
- Alternate Wet & Dry: Gradually add dry ingredients and milk, ending with dry, then fold in sour cream.
- Fold in Oreos: Gently fold in crushed Oreos, reserving some for topping.
- Fill & Bake: Fill liners 2/3 full and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Cool: Cool in tin for 5 minutes, then on a wire rack.
- Make Caramel: Prepare caramel sauce while cupcakes cool.
- Core & Fill: Create a well in each cupcake and fill with caramel.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla, then add powdered sugar.
- Frost & Decorate: Frost cupcakes, drizzle with caramel, and sprinkle with Oreos and almonds.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality cocoa powder and ensure butter is properly softened. Don’t overmix the batter to maintain a tender crumb.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: cupcakes,chocolate,oreo,caramel,frosting,dessert,baking,sweet treat
