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Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes

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Delightful cupcakes bursting with the zesty goodness of oranges and topped with creamy vanilla frosting, reminiscent of childhood orange creamsicles.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup salted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup butter (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest (for frosting)
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice (for frosting)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  3. Whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Cream the salted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Incorporate the sour cream, milk, orange juice, vanilla extract, and orange zest until smooth.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently.
  8. Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with the batter.
  9. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  11. Make the frosting by beating the softened butter until creamy, then adding powdered sugar, orange juice, vanilla extract, and orange zest.
  12. Frost the cooled cupcakes as desired.

Notes

Feel free to get creative with your frosting. You can also try variations like adding chocolate chips or making mini cupcakes.

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Keywords: cupcakes, orange creamsicle, dessert, summer treat, baking

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