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monster cookie dough cupcakes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Diet: General
Description
Indulge in these rich Monster Cookie Dough Cupcakes, featuring a salted caramel swirl and topped with fluffy frosting. These cupcakes are a delightful explosion of textures and flavors, perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (240 g) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and a tender crumb.
- 0.5 cup (50 g) Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Adds a deep, rich chocolate flavor.
- 1 cup (200 g) Granulated Sugar: Sweetens and creates a tender texture.
- 0.5 cup (115 g) Unsalted Butter, Melted: Adds moisture and richness.
- 2 Large Eggs: Binds ingredients and contributes to structure.
- 0.5 cup (120 ml) Whole Milk: Adds moisture and smoothness.
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract: Enhances overall flavor.
- 1 tsp (5 g) Baking Powder: Helps cupcakes rise.
- 0.5 tsp (2.5 g) Baking Soda: Creates a tender crumb.
- 0.25 tsp (1.5 g) Salt: Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
- 1 cup (150 g) Safe-to-Eat Cookie Dough Pieces: The star of the show!
- 0.5 cup (100 g) Granulated Sugar (for caramel): For the caramel’s color and sweetness.
- 0.25 cup (60 ml) Water (for caramel): Dissolves sugar for the caramel base.
- 0.25 cup (60 ml) Heavy Cream (for caramel): Adds richness and smoothness.
- 2 Tbsp (30 g) Unsalted Butter (for caramel): Contributes to silky texture.
- 0.5 tsp Flaky Sea Salt (for caramel): Enhances sweetness.
- 1 cup (200 g) Unsalted Butter, Softened (for frosting): Base of creamy frosting.
- 2 cups (250 g) Powdered Sugar: Sweetens and structures frosting.
- 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Milk: Adjusts frosting consistency.
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract (for frosting): Adds vanilla flavor.
- Pinch of Salt (for frosting): Balances frosting sweetness.
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- Make Caramel: Melt sugar and water until amber, then whisk in butter and cream.
- Combine Dry: Whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet: Whisk butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and milk.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour wet into dry, mix until just combined.
- Fold Dough: Gently fold in cookie dough pieces.
- Assemble: Fill liners, add caramel, and top with batter.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool: Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then on a wire rack.
- Frost: Beat butter and powdered sugar, then add milk, vanilla, and salt.
- Garnish: Frost cupcakes and drizzle with caramel, sprinkle with salt.
Notes
Using safe-to-eat cookie dough is crucial. A candy thermometer is highly recommended for making the caramel.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg