Chocolate Orange Cupcakes With Limoncello Frosting
Chocolate and orange is a classic flavor combination that is loved by many dessert enthusiasts around the world.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.
Chocolate Orange Cupcakes With Limoncello Frosting
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 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. Fold in the chocolate chips.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes 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, limoncello liqueur, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth.
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Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the limoncello frosting.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18g28%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
