Caramel Apple Muffins with Quick Caramel Frosting

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Caramel Apple Muffins with Quick Caramel Frosting. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and loaded with tender bites of diced Granny Smith apples, these muffins are a delightful balance of sweet and tart. The buttery, moist texture pairs beautifully with a glossy caramel frosting made from creamy salted caramel sauce, bringing rich decadence to every bite. Ready in under 40 minutes, these bakery-style treats are ideal for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Serve them alongside a hot cup of coffee or tea for a truly comforting experience that captures the essence of autumn.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups Buttermilk
• 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 0.25 cups Salted caramel sauce, store-bought or homemade
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners, or grease the tin generously.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the buttermilk to the wet ingredients in 3 parts, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the diced apples gently using a rubber spatula.

Step 7

Scoop the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

While the muffins cool, make the quick caramel frosting by whisking together the powdered sugar, salted caramel sauce, and heavy cream in a medium bowl until smooth and glossy.

Step 11

Once the muffins are completely cool, spread or drizzle the caramel frosting over the tops of the muffins.

Step 12

Let the frosting set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy these flavorful caramel apple muffins with a cup of coffee or tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1332.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3972.7

Total Fat 139.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 714.0mg	0%
Sodium 3476.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 648.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 440.9g
Protein 46.0g	0%

Vitamin D 175.2IU	0%
Calcium 466.5mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 1042.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.1%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 64.3%