garam masala dark chocolate cupcakes

How To Make garam masala dark chocolate cupcakes

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  Step 1
  Preheat oven to 350. Prepare muffin pan with cupcake liners.
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  Step 2
  In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
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  Step 3
  In a small bowl, combine the boiling water and cocoa by whisking, set aside.
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  Step 4
  In a large bowl whisk eggs, buttermilk, vanilla, and butter until smooth. Add the cocoa and boiling water to this bowl and whisk.
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  Step 5
  Add the dry ingredients to the wet and stir. Now add the Garam Masala and stir.
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  Step 6
  Fill the cupcake liners 1/2 full and bake at 350 for 18-21 minutes until springy to touch. Let cool before icing.
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  Step 7
  In a medium bowl, combine the butter, caramel sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt and powdered sugar until light and fluffy with an electric beater. Frost the cupcakes before starting the ganache.
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  Step 8
  In a double boiler, heat 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate until melted, whisking frequently. Add 1 teaspoon heavy cream and whisk.
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  Step 9
  Drizzle the chocolate onto the icing and sprinkle with the chopped almonds.
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