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Caramel Apple Goodness

OK, so, I made the Caramel Apple Cupcakes today and while they were REALLY good, I felt there could be some major changes to absolutely perfect this one. (see notes at the bottom) *Be sure to bake, cool, and stuff the cupcakes before starting the caramel. You want the cupcakes ready and waiting as soon as the caramel comes off the stove.  *Please note that you will need a candy thermometer for this recipe! Caramel Apple Cupcakes                          The Cupcake... 9 regular cupcakes (I got an even 12) / 350 degree oven 2-3 apples, granny smith 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg (I used clove- I was out of nutmeg) 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 large eggs 1/2 cup oil 1/4 cup apple juice 1 teaspoon vanilla 1. Rinse and core the apples. Place them on an ovenproof pan or baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes until soft. 2. Remove the apples from the oven, let cool slightly, then rem

Sour Cream Triple Threat Cupcakes

So, I know I'm running a Fall Cupcake Poll, but I couldn't wait, so I rummaged through my kitchen to see what I had on hand and created a great Cupcake to bid our Summer farewell. The ONLY ingredient I didn't have was LINERS, but that wasn't gonna stop me :) I baked 'em up muffin style :) Sour Cream Triple Threat Cupcakes: Cook Time: 25 minutes Ingredients: 1/2 cup boiling water (i used hot tap water) 1/4 cup shortening or butter (butter crisco) 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (you can always use dark cocoa powder) 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon soda 1 egg, beaten 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation: In a mixing bowl, combine boiling water, shortening, sugar, and cocoa. Beat until sugar is dissolved. Add sifted dry ingredients alternately with the beaten egg, sour cream, and vanilla. Fill greased and lightly floured cupcake cups about hal

Cupcake Poll!!! I NEED YOUR HELP!!!

For my next cupcake experience, I'm having a HARD TIME CHOOSING between these 4 cuppers. You will see why. I'm totally feeling "fall-ish", and these cuppers have my taste buds reeling, so I'm enlisting your help. Which of the following do you think I should try? #1. Chocolate Chai Spice Cupcake #2. Fresh Pumpkin Cupcakes With White Chocolate Chunks And Cream Cheese Frosting #3. Caramel Apple Cupcakes #4. S’mores Cupcakes Can't wait to hear your choices!