DOUBLE CHOCOLATE ORANGE CUPCAKES
These double chocolate orange cupcakes are rich, moist, and bursting with chocolate and citrus flavour. Topped with creamy chocolate-orange frosting, they’re perfect for birthdays, parties, or any special occasion that calls for indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
For the Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 –2 tablespoons orange juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Make Batter: Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, then mix in vanilla, orange zest, and buttermilk. Gradually fold in dry ingredients.
- Bake: Fill liners ¾ full and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat butter, powdered sugar, cocoa, orange juice, and vanilla until smooth. Frost cooled cupcakes.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Bake cupcakes a day before; frost when ready to serve.
- Variations: Add chocolate chips or orange extract for extra flavour.
- Serving Suggestions: Perfect for birthdays, festive occasions, or afternoon treats.
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.