Mini Caramel Trifles

1 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2 . Stage

Combine cake mix, milk, eggs, and 4 tablespoons butter in a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes. Pour batter into a muffin tin.

3 . Stage

Bake in the preheated oven until tops are golden brown, about 15 minutes.

4 . Stage

While cakes are baking, combine remaining butter and brown sugar in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat until melted, about 30 seconds. Stir well and add 3 1/2 tablespoons heavy cream.

5 . Stage

Crumble 6 hot cakes into a bowl. Cover cake crumbs with brown sugar mixture and stir to coat. Place in the freezer until cool, about 10 minutes.

6 . Stage

Meanwhile, whip remaining cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.

7 . Stage

Layer cake mixture, whipped cream, chocolate chips, and caramel in 4 glasses until all are used up. Refrigerate until ready to serve.