Description
Delightful cupcakes infused with fresh orange juice and zest, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 2 oranges
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare your baking pan by lining with cupcake liners.
- Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Incorporate the orange juice and zest into the mixture.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
- Scoop the batter into the lined cupcake tins, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cupcakes in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Frost with cream cheese or buttercream frosting if desired.
Notes
For a twist, try using a mix of gluten-free flour or substituting applesauce for eggs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cupcakes, orange, dessert, baking, fluffy