Blueberry and Orange Cupcakes
Blueberries are often referred to as a ‘superfood’ due to their high levels of antioxidants and beneficial health properties.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Blueberry and Orange Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
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Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
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Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and fresh orange juice to make the glaze.
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Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 34g12%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
