Description
Deliciously sweet and spicy, these cupcakes combine caramelized jalapeños and crispy maple bacon for a unique dessert experience that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup caramelized jalapeños, minced
1/2 cup cooked maple bacon, chopped
For the frosting:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cooked bacon bits for topping
Instructions
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2. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
3. 2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. 3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter until fluffy, then add the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
5. 4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. 5. Fold in the caramelized jalapeños and maple bacon.
7. 6. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. 7. Let the cupcakes cool completely.
9. 8. For the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla. Beat until fluffy.
10. 9. Frost the cooled cupcakes and top with additional bacon bits.
11. 10. Serve and enjoy your sweet heat fusion cupcakes!
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Notes
– For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter.
– Ensure the jalapeños are well-caramelized for the best flavor.
– These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cupcakes, jalapeño, bacon, sweet heat, dessert