Thursday, April 14, 2011

Chocolate Caramel Cupcakes

Ingredients


  • 1 package (18-1/4 ounces) chocolate cake mix
  • 24 caramels
  • 3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • Chocolate frosting
  • Additional walnuts, optional











Directions

  • Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions for cupcakes. Fill 24 paper-lined muffin cups one-third full; set remaining batter aside. Bake at 350° for 7-8 minutes or until top of cupcake appears set.
  • Gently press a caramel into each cupcake; sprinkle with chocolate chips and walnuts. Top with remaining batter. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Frost with chocolate frosting. Sprinkle with additional nuts if desired. Yield: 2 dozen.

If you have never heard or tried of the chocolate caramel cupcake  let this recipe guide you to having that first try. It might not be your favorite hobby to bake but this recipe is worth the time. Enjoy!

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