Here are some fun, yummy cupcakes for the end of fall!
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
1 package (18-1/4 ounces) spice cake mix or 1 package (18 ounces) carrot cake mix
2 cups chopped peeled tart apples
20 caramels
3 tablespoons 2% milk
1 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted
Popsicle sticks
Preheat oven to 350°. Prepare cake batter according to package directions; fold in apples.
Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
In a small saucepan, cook the caramels and milk over low heat until smooth. 
Spread over cupcakes.
Sprinkle with pecans.
Insert a popsicle stick into the center of each cupcake.
These pretty, soft, sticky, spicy treats are delicious to eat, and fun to look at.
