Description
Treat yourself to a burst of flavor with these luscious Orange Chocolate Cupcakes. The perfect harmony of zesty orange and rich chocolate creates a delightful experience that will tantalize your taste buds. These cupcakes are easy to make and ideal for any occasion, from birthday parties to cozy evenings at home. With their vibrant colors and irresistible taste, they’re sure to impress friends and family alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup whole milk
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- Zest and juice of 1 large fresh orange
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, vegetable oil, orange juice, and zest until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips carefully.
- Fill each cupcake liner about ⅔ full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool on a wire rack before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg