Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes
Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes are a delightful treat that brings the essence of summer to your kitchen. With their fluffy texture infused with fresh orange zest and topped with creamy orange frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for any celebration or simply as a sweet indulgence. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, they will transport you back to carefree sunny days.
- 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 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; set aside.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in orange juice, zest, and vanilla until blended.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Fill each liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg