Ingredients
– 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
– ½ teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup brown sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1 cup chocolate chips
– 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Cupcake tin
– Cupcake liners
– Measuring cups and spoons
– A piping bag (optional, for filling)
– Toothpick or skewer for testing
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s get started! First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). I find that this preheating step really helps in getting those cupcakes to rise beautifully. While that’s warming up, I like to whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder in a bowl. It sets a solid base for my cupcakes and ensures even distribution of the dry ingredients. (See the next page below to continue steps…)