Creamy Caramel Cups (With Or Without Kahlua) Recipe

Name: Creamy Caramel Cups (With Or Without Kahlua)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dough; 2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese; 1 cup margarine; 2 cups flour; Filling; 14 ounces caramels; 1/2 cup evaporated milk; 1 tablespoon Kahlua; Frosting; 1/2 cup margarine; 1/2 cup Crisco, plain; 1/2 cup sugar; 2/3 cup evaporated milk; 1 tablespoon Kahlua; nuts or candy sprinkles

Servings: persons

Dough
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 cup margarine
2 cups flour
Filling
14 ounces caramels
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 tablespoon Kahlua
Frosting
1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup Crisco, plain
1/2 cup sugar
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1 tablespoon Kahlua
nuts or candy sprinkles

1
If you object to liqueur, the Kahlua can be omitted.
2
By hand, mix the dough ingredients together.
3
Make into small balls.
4
Press into mini muffin cups and prick with a fork 4-5 times.
5
Bake 350F for 12-15 minutes.
6
Let cool and then remove from tins.
7
Using a double boiler, melt the caramels.
8
Add the evaporated milk and Kahlua, stirring well.
9
Fill the tarts 1/2 full with the melted filling.
10
Beat 1/2 cup margarine, 1/2 cup Crisco and 1/2 cup sugar until very smooth and fluffy.
11
Add 1 small can evaporated milk and 1 T Kahula, or more to taste.
12
Beat at least 10-15 minutes or until the consistancy of a light fluffy whipped topping.
13
Using a pastry bag, or a strong plastic bag with the corner cut off, pipe the frosting on top of the cooled caramel filled cups.
14
Sprinkle the tops with nuts or sprinkles.
15
If I'm in a cookie baking frenzy, I make the dough cups one day and then fill and ice them another.
16
I keep them in the freezer until it's time to put them on my trays.

530

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dough, 2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, 1 cup margarine, 2 cups flour, and more.

Yes, Creamy Caramel Cups (With Or Without Kahlua) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Caramel Cups (With Or Without Kahlua)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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