Orange Cupcakes
Bright and zesty orange cupcakes topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, perfect for any celebration or casual treat.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened 1 stick
- 2 large fresh eggs
- 0.5 cups vegetable oil
- 0.5 cups buttermilk
- 0.5 cups fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp orange zest
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
For the Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened 1 stick
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Mixing the Batter
- In another bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, fresh orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, alternating with the dry flour mixture, starting and finishing with dry ingredients.
- Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Baking
- Bake in preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool in the tin before transferring to a wire rack.
Making the Frosting
- In a clean bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until light and fluffy.
- Blend in fresh orange juice and vanilla extract.
Frosting the Cupcakes
- Once cupcakes are cooled, frost them using a piping bag or by spreading it with a knife.
- For a decorative touch, sprinkle with additional orange zest.
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Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Measure accurately and ensure ingredients are at room temperature for optimal results. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.