Deliciously Decadent Chocolate Caramel Cupcakes – The Perfect Treat!

Chocolate Caramel Cupcakes are a delightful treat for any special occasion or just as a sweet treat. They are moist and delicious, with a combination of flavors that is sure to please. The rich chocolate cake is topped with a sweet and creamy caramel frosting, and then topped with a caramel drizzle and a sprinkle of chopped nuts. The cupcakes are a simple and easy to make dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients for the Cupcakes

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup buttermilk

Ingredients for the Frosting

• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Chopped nuts for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cupcakes

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until combined. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
• Alternate adding the flour mixture and the buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Beat until just combined. Do not over mix.
• Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
• Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let cool completely before frosting.

Frosting

• In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add the caramel sauce, heavy cream and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
• Spread the frosting over the cooled cupcakes. Sprinkle with chopped nuts, if desired.

These Chocolate Caramel Cupcakes are sure to be a hit with all your friends and family. They are moist and delicious, with a combination of flavors that is sure to please. Enjoy!