Chocolate Espresso Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Buttercream 🍫🧁
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of these Chocolate Espresso Cupcakes topped with creamy Salted Caramel Buttercream. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings and impressing guests at any gathering!
Ingredients:
1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon instant espresso 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
3/4 cup buttermilk
For the Salted Caramel Buttercream:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sea salt for garnish
Instructions:
