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.