Almond Cupcake with Salted Caramel Buttercream Frosting

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup margarine, softened
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 3/4 cup whole milk
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• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup margarine
• 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup heavy cream, or as needed
• 1 pinch salt
• 3/4 cup salted butter, softened
• 2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted