Caramel Apple Cupcakes recipe

Enjoy the taste of everybody's favorite caramel apples in this no-fuss form that's a cupcake on a stick. With Caramel Apple Cupcakes there's less mess but still lots of fun!

Makes: 24

Cooking Time: 20 min

What You'll Need:

1 (18-1/4-ounce) package spice cake mix

1 cup chopped Granny Smith apple (about 1 large)

35 caramels, unwrapped

1/4 cup evaporated milk

1/2 cup chopped peanuts

24 wooden craft sticks

What To Do:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line muffin tins with paper baking cups.

2. Prepare cake mix according to package directions; stir in apple. Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling two-thirds full.

3. Bake 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean; remove to a wire rack to cool.

4. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine caramels and evaporated milk. Stir 4 minutes, or until smooth.

5. Spoon caramel mixture over cupcakes; immediately sprinkle with peanuts, pressing in slightly. Insert a wooden stick into center of each cupcake. Store covered in an airtight container.