Chocolate Beet Cupcakes with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in the perfect harmony of earthy and sweet with these Chocolate Beet Cupcakes with Orange Cream Cheese Frosting. The unexpected addition of roasted, pureed beets creates an incredibly moist and rich chocolate base, while also sneaking in a hint of natural sweetness. The zesty, citrus-forward cream cheese frosting adds a bright and tangy contrast, perfectly complementing the deep cocoa flavor. These gourmet cupcakes are an ideal treat for special occasions or whenever you crave a sophisticated dessert with a twist. Ready in under an hour, this decadent recipe makes 12 cupcakes that are as stunning as they are delicious. Whether you're a chocolate lover or eager to explore unique ingredient pairings, these cupcakes are sure to delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 medium Beets, roasted and pureed
• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Cocoa powder, unsweetened
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar, packed
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 2 tablespoons Orange juice, freshly squeezed

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Stir in the pureed roasted beets and milk to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until the batter comes together. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the frosting by beating the cream cheese and butter together in a medium bowl until smooth and fluffy.

Step 10

Sift in the powdered sugar and beat until fully incorporated and smooth.

Step 11

Add the orange zest and orange juice, and beat on low speed until the frosting is light and creamy.

Step 12

Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with the orange cream cheese frosting using a piping bag or spatula.

Step 13

Garnish with additional orange zest if desired, and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1466.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4887.7

Total Fat 263.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.3g
Cholesterol 766.9mg	0%
Sodium 2738.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 647.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.0g	0%
Total Sugars 450.1g
Protein 72.6g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 726.1mg	0%
Iron 27.9mg	0%
Potassium 3056.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.2%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 49.3%