Description
Delicious and airy cupcakes bursting with fresh orange flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 2 large egg whites
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your cupcake trays with paper liners.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the fresh orange juice and zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Beat the egg whites in another bowl until stiff peaks form. Gently fold them into the cupcake batter.
- Distribute the batter evenly into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Let cool in the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For frosting, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and orange zest for a light topping.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: cupcakes, orange, dessert, baking, family recipe, birthday, fluffy