Chocolate Espresso Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Buttercream
Delicious chocolate espresso cupcakes topped with creamy salted caramel buttercream, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup strong brewed espresso, cooled
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate curls (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter until smooth, then add the eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and espresso, stirring until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- While cooling, prepare the buttercream by beating the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Mix in 1/2 cup of salted caramel sauce until well blended.
- Once cupcakes are cool, frost them with the salted caramel buttercream and drizzle with additional caramel sauce, topped with chocolate curls. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For richer chocolate flavor, consider adding extra cocoa powder. Ensure to measure ingredients accurately for the best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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