Description
Orange Chocolate Cupcakes blend the zesty brightness of fresh oranges with rich, decadent chocolate for an unforgettable dessert. Each cupcake is soft, moist, and bursting with flavor, perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to casual get-togethers. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, you’ll create a treat that brings smiles and joy to everyone who takes a bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- Zest and juice of 1 orange
- 1/2 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 flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition. Fold in orange zest.
- Mix in milk and orange juice until fully combined.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined. Gently incorporate chocolate chips.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean but slightly moist.
- Let cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg