Delicious Orange Chocolate Cupcakes
Treat yourself to a burst of flavor with these moist and fluffy Orange Chocolate Cupcakes. Each bite combines the zesty brightness of fresh oranges with the richness of decadent chocolate, creating a delightful experience for your taste buds. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply as a sweet indulgence, these cupcakes are easy to make and will impress everyone!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp fresh orange zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, orange juice, and zest.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Distribute batter evenly in muffin cups and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (62g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute dark chocolate for semi-sweet or add nuts for crunch. Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to three days at room temperature.