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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 Method

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

Method
 

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