Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of zesty orange and rich chocolate with these Orange Chocolate Cupcakes. Each fluffy bite is topped with velvety orange-infused buttercream, making them perfect for any celebration or a sweet afternoon treat. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, these cupcakes are sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat together the sugar and eggs until pale and fluffy. Add the milk, oil, orange zest, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Carefully stir in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop batter into cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added orange flavor, use fresh orange juice instead of milk in the batter. Swap regular flour for gluten-free flour if needed for dietary preferences. Experiment with different citrus zests for unique variations on this classic recipe.