Fresh Orange Cupcakes With Orange Icing Recipe

Light as a cloud and bursting with sunshine! These fresh orange cupcakes are incredibly moist and flavorful, featuring a zesty orange icing that will make your taste buds sing. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful afternoon treat. Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 308.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 3.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fresh Orange Cupcakes With Orange Icing

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How to Make Fresh Orange Cupcakes With Orange Icing

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 18-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. Add 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1 cup buttermilk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or orange extract) to the dry ingredients. Beat for 1 minute with an electric mixer.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup fresh orange juice and 3 large egg yolks. Beat for another minute.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat 3 large egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/2 cup granulated sugar and beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter until just combined.
  7. Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. While cupcakes are cooling, prepare the frosting:
  11. In a medium bowl, beat 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
  12. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, the zest of 1 orange, and 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice. Beat until well combined.
  13. Gradually add 3 cups powdered sugar, beating until smooth. Add more powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, if needed to reach your desired consistency.
  14. Stir in a few drops of orange food coloring, if desired.
  15. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously. Sprinkle with orange sprinkles, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

156g

Fat

20g

Carbs

17g