These vegan salted caramel cupcakes are soft and moist. Moreover, they are dairy-free, eggless, and perfect for parties or special desserts.
๐ง Vegan Salted Caramel Cupcakes Recipe ๐ฑ
Vegan salted caramel cupcakes are rich, fluffy, and perfectly balanced. Moreover, the sweetness of caramel pairs beautifully with a touch of salt. As a result, these cupcakes are ideal for celebrations, gifting, or weekend baking.
๐ Ingredients
Cupcakes
- 1ยฝ cups all-purpose flour
- ยพ cup sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ยผ tsp salt
- ยพ cup plant-based milk
- โ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Vegan Salted Caramel Sauce
- ยพ cup sugar
- ยผ cup coconut cream
- 2 tbsp vegan butter
- ยฝ tsp sea salt
๐ฉโ๐ณ Instructions
- First, preheat the oven to 180ยฐC (350ยฐF) and line a cupcake tray.
- Meanwhile, mix flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Next, whisk plant milk, oil, vinegar, and vanilla in another bowl.
- Then, combine wet and dry ingredients gently until smooth.
- After that, fill cupcake liners two-thirds full.
- Now, bake for 18โ22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Meanwhile, melt sugar in a pan until golden.
- Then, carefully add coconut cream and vegan butter.
- Finally, stir in sea salt and allow the caramel to cool before drizzling.
โจ Tips for Best Results
- Firstly, allow cupcakes to cool completely before adding caramel.
- Additionally, stir caramel continuously to avoid burning.
- However, avoid overmixing batter, as it can make cupcakes dense.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of flaky salt on top.
๐ Variations
- Chocolate Caramel Cupcakes: Add cocoa powder to the batter.
- Nutty Version: Top with chopped peanuts or almonds.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free flour and add extra milk.
- Mini Cupcakes: Reduce baking time to 12โ14 minutes.
๐ช Health Benefits
These cupcakes use plant-based ingredients. Moreover, they contain no cholesterol or dairy. Consequently, they are lighter than traditional cupcakes.
- Dairy-free and eggless
- Suitable for vegan diets
- Lower saturated fat than classic recipes
- Easily customizable for allergies
๐ Nutrition Facts (Per 1 Cupcake โ Approx.)
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 18 g
๐ง Kid-Friendly Version
Children enjoy soft and sweet flavors. Therefore, reduce salt slightly in the caramel. Additionally, drizzle caramel lightly instead of filling. For fun, add dairy-free sprinkles on top.