"Rich Dark Chocolate Brownie Cupcakes topped with a mind blowing Salted Caramel Frosting! These are irresistible!..."
INGREDIENTS
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For the Dark Chocolate Brownie Cupcakes:
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
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8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped (I used high quality chocolate chips here)
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1 cup light brown sugar, packed
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1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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4 large eggs, at room temperature
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1 cup all-purpose flour (be sure not to pack your flour here)
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
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For the Salted Caramel Frosting:
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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1 cup packed light brown sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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3 - 4 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted