Salted Caramel Apple Push-It-Ups

Health score
8%
Salted Caramel Apple Push-It-Ups
65 min.
24
1161kcal

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Salted Caramel Apple Push-It-Ups! This scrumptious dessert is perfect for gatherings, parties, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Imagine the warm, comforting taste of spiced cake combined with the juicy sweetness of fresh apples, all layered with rich, gooey caramel and creamy frosting. Each bite is a heavenly experience that will leave your guests craving more.

What makes these push-up cakes even more enticing is their fun and interactive presentation. Served in adorable push-up containers, they are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. The layers of mini cupcakes, luscious caramel, and velvety cream cheese frosting create a visually stunning dessert that is sure to impress. Plus, the optional sprinkle of chopped peanuts adds a delightful crunch that perfectly complements the soft textures.

Ready in just 65 minutes and yielding 24 servings, these Salted Caramel Apple Push-It-Ups are an excellent choice for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a birthday party, a holiday celebration, or just a cozy get-together with friends, this dessert will be the star of the show. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will have everyone talking long after the last bite!

Ingredients

  • cups apples peeled chopped (2 medium)
  • 14 oz individually wrapped caramels 
  • container cream cheese frosting 
  •  eggs 
  • 24  round cake 
  • 0.3 cup cooking oil 
  • 0.3 cup peanuts chopped
  • teaspoon sea salt 
  • box spice cake mix 
  • 1.3 cups water 
  • tablespoons whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Spray 48 mini muffin cups with cooking spray.
  2. In large bowl, beat cake mix water, oil and eggs with electric mixer on low speed until moistened; beat 2 minutes on high speed. Stir in chopped apples. Divide batter evenly into muffin cups.
  3. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  4. In 2-quart saucepan, heat caramels, whipping cream and salt over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until melted.
  5. To assemble push-up cakes, drop 1 mini cupcake into each push-up pop container.
  6. Add 1 tablespoon melted caramels and 1 tablespoon frosting. Repeat layers.
  7. Sprinkle tops with chopped peanuts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1161kcal
Protein6.54%
Fat15.99%
Carbs77.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.64
Glycemic Load
8.67
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
22.78434784516%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.16mg
Catechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
0.78mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.42mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1161.47kcal
58.07%
Fat:20.76g
31.94%
Saturated Fat:5.37g
33.57%
Carbohydrates:226.28g
75.43%
Net Carbohydrates:224.02g
81.46%
Sugar:144.13g
160.14%
Cholesterol:329.74mg
109.91%
Sodium:2193.36mg
95.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.1g
38.2%
Vitamin B1:0.83mg
55.59%
Vitamin B2:0.94mg
55.03%
Iron:9.4mg
52.2%
Phosphorus:498.13mg
49.81%
Selenium:30µg
42.86%
Manganese:0.8mg
39.98%
Folate:159.27µg
39.82%
Vitamin B3:6.62mg
33.11%
Calcium:260.62mg
26.06%
Vitamin B5:1.71mg
17.1%
Vitamin B12:0.82µg
13.69%
Copper:0.27mg
13.42%
Potassium:444.31mg
12.69%
Zinc:1.8mg
11.98%
Magnesium:45.01mg
11.25%
Vitamin A:532.48IU
10.65%
Vitamin E:1.48mg
9.85%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.68%
Fiber:2.26g
9.04%
Vitamin D:0.74µg
4.93%
Vitamin K:4.8µg
4.57%