Ingredients
– 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup brown sugar, packed
– ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– Cupcake pan
– Cupcake liners
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Ice cream scoop (for pouring batter)
– Piping bag or plastic bag (for caramel filling)
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your cupcake pan with liners. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. In another bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until it’s light and fluffy. This may take about 3-5 minutes, but it’s worth it to achieve that perfect texture! (See the next page below to continue steps…)