Orange Chocolate Cupcakes
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These Orange Chocolate Cupcakes are my go to when I want something special without spending all day in the kitchen. The combination of bright citrus and rich chocolate just works beautifully together, and they come together in under an hour from start to finish. I love using fresh orange zest here because it's packed with vitamin C and gives these cupcakes such a vibrant flavor that you really can't get any other way. The best part is that they're incredibly straightforward to make, so even if you're new to baking, you'll have delicious results. Trust me, once you try these, they'll become your new favorite cupcake recipe.
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Ingredients
- 300 gall-purpose flour
- 250 ggranulated sugar
- 200 gunsalted butter
- 150 mlorange juice
- 2 unitsorange zest
- 4 unitslarge eggs
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 100 gcocoa powder
- 200 gsemi-sweet chocolate
- 150 mlmilk
- 1 gsalt
- 2 unitsorange marmalade
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the cocoa powder for a smooth batter.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together butter, orange juice, orange zest, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Tip: Use a stand mixer for a more efficient process.
- 4
Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, and mix until just combined.
Tip: Do not overmix, as it can result in dense cupcakes.
- 5
Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
Tip: Smooth the tops with a spatula for a professional finish.
- 6
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Tip: Check the cupcakes frequently to avoid overbaking.
- 7
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely in the tin.
- 8
To make the ganache, melt the chocolate and milk in a double boiler.
Tip: Stir occasionally until smooth and glossy.
- 9
Remove the cupcakes from the tin, and drizzle with the ganache.
Tip: Let the ganache set before serving.
- 10
Optional: Top with a sprinkle of orange zest and a dollop of whipped cream for an extra-decadent treat.
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