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Delightful Orange Chocolate Cupcakes


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Description

Experience the enchanting blend of zesty orange and rich chocolate in these Orange Chocolate Cupcakes. Soft, fluffy, and bursting with flavor, each bite is a celebration of sweetness and tanginess that will elevate any occasion. Perfect for birthdays, brunches, or simply a well-deserved treat, these cupcakes are a delightful indulgence that everyone will love.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ¾ cup buttermilk (or milk + lemon juice)
  • Zest and juice of 1 orange
  • ½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
  4. Add eggs one at a time while mixing continuously; then mix in buttermilk, orange zest, and juice.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Fill liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before frosting.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg