Citrus Chocolate Cupcakes

Indulge in the perfect balance of rich chocolate and bright citrus with these irresistible Citrus Chocolate Cupcakes. Moist and tender, these cupcakes combine cocoa's deep, velvety flavor with a refreshing burst of freshly squeezed orange juice and zest. The batter, made with boiling water for extra softness, bakes into perfectly fluffy cupcakes in under 25 minutes. Topped with a luscious buttercream frosting infused with semi-sweet chocolate and zesty orange, these treats are a sophisticated twist on classic chocolate cupcakes. Ideal for celebrations, brunches, or simply as a sweet treat, these cupcakes are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Garnish with extra orange zest or chocolate shavings for a bakery-worthy finish that will leave everyone reaching for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 0.75 cup whole milk
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.5 cup boiling water
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 2.5 cups powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate (melted and cooled)
• 1 teaspoon orange zest (for frosting)
• 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat the eggs. Add the milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange zest. Whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the boiling water and gently stir until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin, but this ensures moist cupcakes.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Step 9

To make the frosting, beat the softened butter in a large mixing bowl until creamy.

Step 10

Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 11

Mix in the melted and cooled semi-sweet chocolate, orange zest, and 1-2 tablespoons of milk to reach the desired consistency.

Step 12

Frost the cooled cupcakes with the citrus chocolate frosting using a piping bag or a spatula.

Step 13

Optionally, garnish with more orange zest or chocolate shavings for a decorative touch.

Step 14

Serve and enjoy your Citrus Chocolate Cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1731.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5938.1

Total Fat 318.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 144.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.4g
Cholesterol 784.0mg	0%
Sodium 2753.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 805.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.5g	0%
Total Sugars 572.3g
Protein 70.1g	0%

Vitamin D 265.6IU	0%
Calcium 569.6mg	0%
Iron 32.2mg	0%
Potassium 2905.6mg	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: 45.0%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 50.6%