Description
Orange Chocolate Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and vibrant orange that will make your taste buds dance. These fluffy cupcakes, topped with a luscious frosting or enjoyed plain, are perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a birthday celebration or just an afternoon treat, their irresistible flavor and stunning appearance will surely impress your guests. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll be baking these crowd-pleasers in no time.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup whole milk
- Zest and juice of 1 large fresh orange
- ¾ cup semi-sweet 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 the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in the milk along with the fresh orange juice and zest until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Gently incorporate the chocolate chips into the batter.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean but slightly moist from melted chocolate.
- Cool completely before frosting or enjoy as is.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg