Description

Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich chocolate and zesty orange with these Orange Chocolate Cupcakes. Bursting with flavor, each moist cupcake is topped with silky chocolate frosting and a hint of vibrant orange zest. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet pick-me-up, these treats are sure to impress both friends and family. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, they evoke warmth and nostalgia with every bite.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ tsp baking powder
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs (room temperature)
¾ cup whole milk
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
Zest of 1 orange
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
For frosting: 2 cups powdered sugar, ½ cup unsalted butter, ¼ cup cocoa powder

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
In another bowl, mix melted butter, milk, eggs, and orange zest until smooth.
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; fold gently until just combined. Add chocolate chips.
Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool on a wire rack before frosting with the prepared mixture of butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and optional cocoa butter or oil.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg