Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Orange Spice Cupcakes, an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion. Combining the warm spices of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg with a zesty burst of fresh orange flavor, these cupcakes are topped with creamy orange cream cheese frosting that adds a luscious finish. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply enjoying a cozy afternoon snack, these delightful cupcakes will impress your guests and brighten your day. Easy to make and beautifully aromatic, they embody the essence of seasonal baking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups cake flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of one orange
- 8 ounces cream cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and spices.
- Cream together butter and brown sugar until light. Add eggs, extracts, and zest.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- Pour the batter into prepared liners and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat cream cheese with butter until smooth; add extracts and confectioner's sugar gradually.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg