Chocolate Orange Cupcakes
Chocolate Orange Cupcakes are a delightful treat that perfectly marries indulgent chocolate with a refreshing citrus twist. Each moist and fluffy cupcake is a nostalgic reminder of joyful moments in the kitchen, making them ideal for celebrations or a simple sweet escape. With their easy preparation and customizable options, these cupcakes are sure to impress anyone lucky enough to taste them.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- Optional: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well mixed.
- In another bowl, combine eggs, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest; beat until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in chocolate chips if desired.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Frost as desired once completely cooled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg