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Praline Cupcakes

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 350
Delight in these moist cupcakes topped with rich praline frosting and crunchy toffee bits for a perfect treat.

Ingredients

Batter

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 8 ounce package toffee bits (reserve ¼ cup for garnish)
  • ½ cup dark brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup unsalted butter + 2 tablespoons
  • 6 cups powdered sugar

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line muffin pans with 30 liners.
  • Beat butter, brown sugar, and vanilla until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time. Mix dry ingredients and alternate adding with milk. Stir in toffee bits and fill cupcake liners two-thirds full.
  • Bake for 16-20 minutes, then cool. Prepare praline frosting by cooking brown sugar, cream, and butter until dissolved. Cool completely.
  • Beat remaining butter and cooled sugar mixture until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until fluffy. Frost cupcakes and garnish with toffee bits.

Notes

Store cupcakes covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for best freshness.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Keyword: cupcakes