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Decadent Mocha Brownie Cupcakes Recipe with Salted Caramel

  • Author: David
  • Total Time: 37 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x

Description

Rich, chocolatey, and perfectly indulgent, these mocha brownie cupcakes with salted caramel are a dessert dream come true. Fudgy brownie cupcakes infused with coffee and topped with salted caramel make for a heavenly treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee or espresso powder dissolved in 2 tablespoons hot water
  • 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup (85g) dark chocolate chips
  • Salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Flaky sea salt (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and dissolved coffee or espresso.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Gently fold in dark chocolate chips.
  7. Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. Swirl 1 teaspoon of salted caramel into the top of each cupcake.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Drizzle additional salted caramel on top and sprinkle with flaky sea salt for garnish.

Notes

Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for the best flavor. Let the cupcakes cool before adding extra caramel to prevent it from melting off. These cupcakes are best enjoyed slightly warm for gooey chocolate chips.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 24
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Carbohydrates: 34
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 3

Keywords: mocha brownie cupcakes, salted caramel cupcakes, chocolate dessert, coffee-infused dessert, easy cupcake recipe

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