Description
Deliciously moist banana cupcakes filled with salted caramel and topped with creamy frosting.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 bananas)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Banana slices
- Additional salted caramel sauce
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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Prepare Batter: In a bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add melted butter and sugar, mixing until combined. Beat in eggs one at a time. Stir in the vanilla extract. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture until just combined.
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Bake Cupcakes: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Prepare Frosting: In a large bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing well. Add heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
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Assemble Cupcakes: Once cupcakes are cool, use a small knife to carve out a small hole in the center of each. Spoon salted caramel sauce into the holes. Pipe frosting onto each cupcake using a piping bag.
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Add Toppings: Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the frosting. Top each cupcake with a slice of banana.
Notes
- Bananas: Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Caramel Sauce: Homemade caramel can be prepared by melting sugar and adding butter and cream. Ensure caramel is cooled before use.
- Frosting Consistency: If frosting is too thick, add a little more cream. If too thin, add more powdered sugar.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. If using fresh banana slices, consider adding them right before serving to prevent browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake