Best 7 Caramel Apple Mini Cakes Recipes

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Caramel apples are a classic fall treat, but what if you could elevate this beloved dessert into something even more decadent? Caramel apple mini cakes are the perfect answer! These individual-sized cakes are filled with the sweet, gooey goodness of caramel apples, but they are also moist, fluffy, and irresistibly delicious. Whether you're looking for a special treat to share with friends or a delightful dessert to enjoy on your own, these caramel apple mini cakes are sure to hit the spot. So gather your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMEL APPLE MINI CAKES



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This recipe came from a King Arthur flour catalog. I have not made them yet. I like to use their boiled apple cider instead of apple juice concentrate (available from their catalog).

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon apple pie spice
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons apple juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 cup applesauce
3 cups peeled chopped apples
3/4 cup walnuts, chopped
5 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons corn syrup
3 tablespoons milk
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Grease the wells of a pop up pan or 12 muffin cups.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and spices; set aside.
  • Cream together the butter, and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, then mix in dry ingredients, vanilla, boiled cider or apple juice concentrate, thawed; and applesauce.
  • Stir this mixture until evenly moistened and then fold in the apple and walnuts.
  • Transfer the batter to prepared pan.
  • Bake for 20-22 minutes or cake tester inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Cool the cakes for 15 minutes before turning out of the pan; cool complete before frosting.
  • To prepare the frosting: Melt the butter, stir in the salt and the brown sugar, and corn syrup and cool, stirring until the sugar melts.
  • Add the milk, bring to a rolling boil and pour into a mixing bowl to cool for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the sugar, vanilla and cinnamon; beat well. If the mixture appears too thin, add more powdered sugar.
  • Spread on the cakes while frosting is still a little warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.3, Fat 23, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 96.6, Sodium 427.8, Carbohydrate 77.4, Fiber 4, Sugar 56.2, Protein 5.9

MOLTEN CARAMEL-APPLE CAKES



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Ready in just 35 minutes and served warm from the oven, these mini cakes are a scrumptious dessert!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons cinnamon graham cracker crumbs (2 squares)
3 whole eggs
3 egg yolks
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup caramel topping
1/2 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup chopped peeled apple
Powdered sugar, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F. Spray bottoms and sides of 6 (6-oz) custard cups with baking spray with flour. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon cracker crumbs onto bottom and around side of each cup.
  • In large bowl, beat whole eggs and egg yolks with wire whisk until well blended. Beat in brown sugar. Beat in caramel topping and flour until well blended. Stir in apple. Divide batter evenly among custard cups. Place cups on cookie sheet with sides.
  • Bake about 15 minutes or until sides are set and centers are still soft but not liquid (tops will be slightly puffed). Watch carefully-cakes can overbake quickly. Remove from cookie sheet. Let stand 3 minutes.
  • Run small knife or metal spatula along sides of cakes to loosen. Immediately place heatproof dessert plate upside down over top of each cup; turn plate and cup over. Remove cup. Sprinkle cakes with powdered sugar. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 75 g, Cholesterol 210 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Cake, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 56 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY MINI CARAMEL APPLE CHEESECAKES



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Cheesecake is the ultimate comfort food, but a big slice can be too rich. These bite-sized cheesecakes topped with apples and creamy caramel dazzle the senses. -Brandie Cranshaw, Rapid City, South Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons butter, melted
CHEESECAKE:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
1 large apple, peeled and finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dash ground cloves
1/2 cup butterscotch-caramel ice cream topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners., In a small bowl, mix cracker crumbs, sugar and cinnamon; stir in melted butter. Spoon 1 rounded tablespoon crumb mixture into each muffin cup; press down with a narrow glass or spoon., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Pour over crusts., Bake until centers are set, 15-18 minutes (do not overbake). Cool in pan on a wire rack 30 minutes., Right before serving, in a small skillet, cook and stir apple with butter, sugar, cinnamon and cloves over medium heat until tender, 4-5 minutes; stir in caramel topping. Spoon over cheesecakes. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 244mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

IMPOSSIBLY EASY SALTED CARAMEL APPLE MINI PIES



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A yummy Bisquick® batter, apples and cinnamon bake up to make impossibly delicious little "apple pies" topped with whipped cream, caramel, pecans and sea salt. You won't miss the traditional pie crust!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups peeled diced (1/4-inch) Granny Smith apples
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 egg
3/4 cup sweetened whipped cream
1/2 cup caramel topping
1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans
Coarse sea salt, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Place paper baking cups in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups; spray with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix Apple Filling; set aside.
  • In another small bowl, stir together Batter ingredients with whisk or fork until blended. Spoon 1 level measuring tablespoon batter into each paper-lined muffin cup. Top with 2 measuring tablespoons apples. Spoon 1 level measuring tablespoon remaining batter over apples in each muffin cup.
  • Bake 15 minutes or until set in center and edges are golden brown. Cool 5 minutes; remove from muffin pan. To serve, leave in paper baking cup or remove; place in small individual serving bowls. Top each pie with 1 tablespoon whipped cream, 2 teaspoons caramel sauce and 1 teaspoon pecans; sprinkle with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Sodium 140 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY CARAMEL APPLE CAKE



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This is an extremely delicious apple treat! My husband asked if I bought it at the bakery! When cake has cooled, cover with caramel icing for a wonderful treat.

Provided by Dana R

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 42m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups whole wheat flour
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 apples, peeled and diced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix flour, cinnamon, and baking soda together in a bowl.
  • Cream together vegetable oil, eggs, brown sugar, white sugar, canola oil, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Add flour mixture to oil mixture; mix thoroughly. Fold in apples. Pour batter into a cake pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 27 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 126.4 mg, Sugar 21 g

CARAMEL APPLE CAKE



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When I go to potlucks, family gatherings or on hunting and fishing trips with my husband and son, this cake is one of my favorite desserts to bring. The flavorful cake stays moist as long as it lasts, which isn't long! -Marilyn Paradis, Woodburn, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1-1/2 cups canola oil
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3-1/2 cups diced peeled apples
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
CARAMEL ICING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup half-and-half cream
1/4 cup butter, cubed
Dash salt
1 cup confectioners' sugar
Chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the oil, sugars and eggs until well blended. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture until blended. Fold in the apples, walnuts and vanilla. , Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 325° for 1-1/2 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. , In a small heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, cook and stir the brown sugar, cream, butter and salt until sugar is dissolved. Transfer to a small bowl; cool to room temperature. Beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth; drizzle over cake. Sprinkle with walnuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528 calories, Fat 29g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CARAMEL APPLE MINI "CHEESECAKES"



Caramel Apple Mini

With prepared puff pastry shells and instant vanilla pudding it's easy to prepare these delicious caramel apple desserts.

Provided by JELL-O

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     JELL-O Holiday

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 ounce) package frozen puff pastry shells
4 ounces PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, softened
1 cup milk, divided
1 (3.4 ounce) package JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding
1 Granny Smith or Red Delicious apple, chopped
3 tablespoons caramel ice cream topping

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Bake pastry shells as directed on package; cool.
  • Meanwhile, beat Neufchatel and 1/4 cup milk with mixer until blended. Add dry pudding mix and remaining milk; beat 2 min. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Remove top and doughy center from each pastry shell; discard removed pastry. Fill shells with pudding mixture; top with apples and caramel topping. Serve with pastry tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.3 calories, Carbohydrate 43.1 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 597.7 mg, Sugar 133 g

Tips:

  • Use a good quality caramel sauce. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cakes. You can use store-bought caramel sauce or make your own.
  • Don't overcook the cakes. They should be cooked until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, but not overcooked or they will be dry.
  • Let the cakes cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • Be creative with your decorations. You can use sprinkles, chopped nuts, or even edible glitter to decorate your cakes.

Conclusion:

Caramel apple mini cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their moist and fluffy texture, sweet and gooey caramel filling, and crunchy apple pieces, these cakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give these caramel apple mini cakes a try.

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