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Dulce de Leche Cupcakes

Delightful Dulce de Leche Cupcakes for Every Celebration

Make delectable Dulce de Leche Cupcakes for every celebration with a tender crumb and luscious filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level to prevent dense cupcakes.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for the best rise.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Balances acidity for flavor and texture.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature for easy creaming.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Provides sweetness and moisture.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature helps them mix better.
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Sour Cream Adds rich moisture.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Mix with butter for fluffiness.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Adds richness.
  • 1/2 cup Dulce de Leche Star ingredient filling.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Begin with creamy butter.
  • 4 cups Confectioners’ Sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Dulce de Leche Signature sweet flavor boost.
  • 2 tbsp Milk Adjust for frosting thickness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Cupcake Corer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Beat butter and brown sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  4. Incorporate eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, sour cream, and vegetable oil.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
  6. Fill cupcake liners three-quarters full and bake for approximately 15 minutes.
  7. Prepare the frosting by beating butter, adding sugar, and then mixing in dulce de leche.
  8. Once cooled, core cupcakes, fill with dulce de leche, and top with frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to achieve a neat finish.

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