Description
Double Chocolate Orange Cupcakes are a delectable dessert that perfectly blends rich chocolate with zesty orange flavor. These moist, fluffy cupcakes are filled with gooey chocolate chips and topped with a hint of citrus, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply indulging after a long day, these cupcakes promise to impress and delight everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of one fresh orange
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, sugar, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow cooling completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend. To enhance flavors, consider adding orange liqueur to the frosting or incorporating nuts for added texture.