Decadent Chocolate Cupcakes with Creamy Caramel Frosting

These chocolate cupcakes with caramel frosting are a chocolate lover's dream come true. The moist and rich chocolate cupcakes are perfectly complemented by a creamy and luscious caramel frosting. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply want to treat yourself, these cupcakes are sure to impress. The recipe is easy to follow and will result in moist and fluffy cupcakes with a heavenly caramel flavor. Get ready to indulge in pure chocolate and caramel bliss!

Ingredients

• 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup boiling water
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until creamy and well combined.
4. Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
6. Slowly pour in the boiling water and mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
7. Scoop the batter into the prepared cupcake tin, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
9. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
10. While the cupcakes cool, prepare the caramel frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth.
11. Gradually add the powdered sugar, caramel sauce, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
12. Continue to beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
13. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, generously pipe or spread the caramel frosting on top of each cupcake.
14. Optional: drizzle some extra caramel sauce on top for an extra touch of sweetness.
15. Serve and enjoy these decadent chocolate cupcakes with creamy caramel frosting!

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