Salted Caramel Cupcakes

INGREDIENTS

and 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour (measured correctly)

3/4 tsp

baking powder

1/2 tsp

salt

1 cup

packed dark brown sugar

1/2 cup

granulated sugar

1/2 cup

or 115g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

large eggs, must be at room temperature

1 tsp

vanilla extract

1/2 cup

whole milk (or even buttermilk, do not use skim milk or 1% milk)

1/2 cup

or 115 grams) salted butter (or unsalted butter)

1 cup

packed dark brown sugar

1/3 cup

heavy cream

1/2 tsp

salt

2 cups

(240-360 grams) powdered sugar, sifted

additional pinch of salt, as needed

salted caramel candies for decoration, optional