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Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes Recipe

Orange creamsicle is a nostalgic treat that brings back memories of sunny days, and turning it into a cupcake was an idea I couldn’t resist. These Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes combine the sweet, tangy flavor of fresh orange with a creamy, smooth filling, all topped off with a dreamy vanilla-orange frosting.
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Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • ½ cup buttermilk

For the Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • Orange slices for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • Mix dry ingredients in a medium bowl.
  • Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs, vanilla, orange zest, and juice.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients alternating with buttermilk. Mix until combined.
  • Spoon batter into cupcake liners, filling 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes, then cool completely.
  • For frosting, beat butter, add powdered sugar, then orange juice, zest, and heavy cream. Frost cupcakes and garnish with orange slices.