Add apple cider drink mix to box cake mix and prepare cupcakes per package directions.
Allow to cool completely before icing.
Icing:
Melt caramel candies in the microwave (cook in 20 second increments and stir between, until melted through), it should yield approximately 1 cup when melted.
In a bowl, combine vanilla icing and melted caramel. Add salt. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 10 - 15 minutes, until icing is cool enough to hold its form.
If icing is still too runny, add powdered sugar in small increments until desired consistency is reached.
Frost cupcakes and enjoy!
Notes
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