There’s something beautifully nostalgic about the scent of citrus wafting through the kitchen, warm, sweet, and fresh all at once. These Best Orange Cupcake Recipe are the perfect treat for those who appreciate a light, fluffy dessert with a bright burst of flavor. Whether you’re hosting an afternoon tea, packing lunchbox treats, this recipe is delightfully simple and reliably delicious.
Made with freshly squeezed orange juice and a touch of orange zest, these cupcakes are wonderfully moist and aromatic. The natural citrus flavor shines through, balanced by just the right amount of sweetness. The addition of vanilla and a neutral vegetable oil gives the cupcakes a soft, tender crumb, perfect for pairing with a cup of coffee or a soothing cup of tea.
This recipe is beginner-friendly and requires no special equipment or fancy techniques. In under 45 minutes, you’ll have a batch of golden cupcakes ready to enjoy, with a texture that’s soft and fluffy, and a flavor that’s both comforting and refreshing. Best of all, you can customize them with a light glaze, a dusting of powdered sugar, or enjoy them plain as they are deliciously simple and satisfying.
Tips for a perfect Best Orange Cupcake Recipe:
- Use Fresh Orange Juice & Zest: Freshly squeezed orange juice and finely grated zest make a big difference in flavor.
- Make sure your eggs and orange juice are at room temperature before mixing. This helps create a smoother batter and more even baking.
- Mix the batter just until all the flour is incorporated. Overmixing can make the cupcakes dense instead of light and fluffy.
- Always spoon flour into your measuring cup and level it off with a knife. Packing the flour can result in too much, leading to dry cupcakes.
- Be sure your oven is fully preheated to 180°C (350°F) before baking. An accurate temperature ensures the cupcakes rise evenly and don’t collapse.
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Best Orange Cupcake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 Tbsp finely grated orange zest
- ¾ cup orange juice
- ½ cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (360°F).
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with sugar until dissolved. Add orange zest and juice, then whisk in while adding the oil.
- Sift in the flour with the baking powder; add the half amount to the mixture, mix until smooth. Add the remaining half amount of flour with salt, whisking until fully combined.
- Pour the batter into cupcake molds, filling each about ¾ full.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool slightly and serve with tea or coffee.
5 responses to “Best Orange Cupcake Recipe”
how many cupcakes will this mixture make?
Made these about 20 cupcakes, tasted yum n kids liked it. Only prob was the orange wasn't so sweet so sugar was bit less but overall tasted superb
Hola con esta mezcla se puede hacer un bizcocho?
Can we please get the recipe by gram thank you
Hi, do you have the recipe in grams or ml? I am not sure about the cup measurement :/