Add the semi sweet dark mini chocolate chips in the same bowl as your butter.
Place the bowl containing the butter and chocolate chips, over a pot of hot water and stir until they are completely melted.
Add the chocolate extract, brown granulated sugar and the espresso into the chocolate mixture and stir thoroughly until well incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and sour cream until you get a smooth mixture.
Add into the chocolate mixture and stir together until very well combined.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and baking soda and whisk until well combined
Add the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture and mix thoroughly until well combined. Set aside