Description
Experience the blend of moist chocolate and a hidden caramel surprise with these delectable cupcakes.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (for filling)
- 1/4 cup salted caramel sauce (for topping)
- 1/4 cup peanut butter frosting
- Sea salt flakes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and stir in the hot water.
- Divide the batter among the cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Use a small knife to remove the center of each cupcake and fill with caramel sauce.
- Top each cupcake with a layer of peanut butter frosting, drizzle with salted caramel sauce, and add sea salt flakes.
Notes
Ensure butter is adequately softened; do not overmix batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Protein: 4 g