Dark Chocolate Orange Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich dark chocolate and zesty orange with these Dark Chocolate Orange Cupcakes. Each bite delivers a moist texture and an irresistible flavor combination that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or simply treating yourself, these cupcakes are sure to brighten your day. Easy to make and visually stunning, they promise to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup high-quality cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 medium orange
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest until combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients; stir until just mixed.
- Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before frosting or enjoy plain.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg