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Brown Butter Cupcakes Recipe

Brown Butter Cupcakes Recipe
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Indulge in these rich and flavorful Brown Butter Cupcakes topped with a decadent Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting. The nutty aroma of brown butter combined with the sweetness of brown sugar makes these cupcakes a delightful treat for any occasion.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Brown Butter Cupcakes

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, browned and cooled at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon oil (canola or vegetable)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark, lightly packed)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup sour cream, full fat, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, room temperature
  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 1/2 ounces cream cheese, full fat, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted, plus more if needed
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Brown Butter: Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Stir occasionally until it turns a light, amber color and develops a nutty smell. Set aside to cool.
  2. Brown Butter Cupcakes: Preheat oven to 350°F. Whisk dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk wet ingredients. Combine both mixtures. Fill cupcake liners and bake for 16-18 minutes. Cool before frosting.
  3. Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting: Cream cheese and butter. Add brown sugar and vanilla. Gradually mix in powdered sugar. Frost cupcakes and sprinkle with brown sugar if desired.

Notes

  • Use light or dark brown sugar for variation.
  • Try using a Wilton 1M piping tip for frosting.
  • Store frosted cupcakes in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Unfrosted cupcakes can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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