Cupcakes have a way of pulling us into the kitchen even on the busiest days. These Dulce de Leche Cupcakes belong on every list of easy cupcake recipes, and for good reason. They balance soft vanilla cake with a rich caramel filling that’s smooth, sticky, and sweet enough to make you pause mid-bite. I’ve baked a lot of cupcakes, but there’s something about the way these flavors come together that makes them feel extra special. When I first made these, I remember dipping a spoon into the jar of dulce de leche before even filling the cupcakes. The caramel had this glossy finish that promised happiness with every bite, and honestly, it delivered. Recipes like this remind me why I love kitchen recipes that don’t need fancy steps or endless cleanup. It’s straightforward baking that works every single time. If you’re used to making easy vanilla cupcakes or following a cupcake recipe for parties, this one feels like a natural upgrade. It’s the kind of treat that makes friends ask for seconds and family members sneak into the kitchen for ‘just one more.’ In fact, it has the same comfort factor that people love about a leche flan recipe—creamy, indulgent, and familiar. You don’t need to be an expert to make them; you just need a little patience and a love for good food.