#### Directions:
1. *Preheat the Oven:* Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. *Mix Dry Ingredients:* In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. *Cream Butter and Sugars:* In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. *Add Eggs and Vanilla:* Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. *Combine Ingredients:* Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
6. *Fold in Chocolate Chips:* Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
7. *Fill and Bake:* Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. *Cool the Cupcakes:* Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. *Make the Frosting:* To make the frosting, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing well. Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth and fluffy.
10. *Frost and Garnish:* Frost the cooled cupcakes and sprinkle with mini chocolate chips.
*Prep Time:* 20 minutes | *Cooking Time:* 20 minutes | *Total Time:* 40 minutes
*Calorie Count per Serving:* 320 kcal | *Serving Size:* 12 cupcakes
