Vegan Chocolate Orange Jaffa Cupcakes

Indulge in the irresistible fusion of zesty citrus and rich chocolate with these Vegan Chocolate Orange Jaffa Cupcakes! Perfectly moist and tender, these plant-based cupcakes combine the vibrant flavor of freshly squeezed orange juice and zest with the decadence of cocoa and vegan dark chocolate chips. Each cupcake surprises with a luscious orange marmalade filling and is crowned with a smooth, velvety vegan chocolate frosting or ganache. Quick and easy to make in just 40 minutes, these cupcakes are ideal for parties, celebrations, or a self-indulgent treat. Enhance the presentation with candied orange slices for a gourmet touch. Whether you're vegan or simply looking for a dairy-free dessert, this recipe will be your new favorite. Keywords: vegan chocolate orange cupcakes, vegan desserts, dairy-free cupcakes, chocolate orange recipe, plant-based baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 30 grams Cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 120 ml Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 180 ml Plant-based milk (such as almond, soy, or oat)
• 75 ml Neutral plant-based oil (such as vegetable or canola)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 100 grams Vegan dark chocolate chips
• 6 tablespoons Orange marmalade
• 200 grams Vegan chocolate frosting or ganache
• 6 pieces Candied orange slices (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the granulated sugar and orange zest.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, plant-based milk, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the vegan dark chocolate chips to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 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 tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, use a small spoon or cupcake corer to remove a small section from the center of each cupcake. Fill each hole with about 1/2 tablespoon of orange marmalade.

Step 10

Top the filled cupcakes with vegan chocolate frosting or ganache, spreading it evenly over the top.

Step 11

If desired, garnish each cupcake with a candied orange slice for a decorative finish.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy your Vegan Chocolate Orange Jaffa Cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1387.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4266.3

Total Fat 143.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2169.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 726.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.7g	0%
Total Sugars 488.6g
Protein 39.8g	0%

Vitamin D 76.1IU	0%
Calcium 459.5mg	0%
Iron 24.6mg	0%
Potassium 1737.6mg	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: 29.6%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 66.7%