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Orange Cream Cupcakes

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Delightful homemade cupcakes with a soft, fluffy texture and a sweet-tangy orange flavor, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 6 tbsp (84g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (155g) sugar
  • 1/4 cup (57g) sour cream
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tbsp finely grated orange zest
  • 3 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cups (163g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) water
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/4 cup (29g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup (224g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 4 cups (460g) powdered sugar
  • 3–4 tbsp (45-60ml) freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/2 tbsp finely grated orange zest
  • Orange gel icing color (optional)
  • Orange slices (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare your muffin tin by lining it with paper liners.
  3. Cream together the unsalted butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  5. Mix in the orange zest and egg whites until well-blended.
  6. Combine the dry ingredients in another bowl, whisking together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  7. Alternate adding dry and wet ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
  8. Scoop the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling them about two-thirds full.
  9. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool the cupcakes in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Prepare the frosting while the cupcakes cool by beating the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  12. Mix the cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar until fluffy. Mix in orange juice, zest, and vanilla extract.
  13. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously.

Notes

These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Un-frosted cupcakes can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: cupcakes, orange, dessert, baking, sweet

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