Orange Cupcakes
8 servings
40 minutes
Orange muffins are a delicate and fragrant treat that brings sunny cheer any time of the year. This recipe has roots in European culinary tradition where citrus fruits are often used to add freshness and a hint of tartness to baked goods. The velvety batter enriched with butter combined with vibrant orange juice and fragrant zest creates a harmony of flavors: tender, slightly tangy, sweet yet refreshing. Thanks to vanilla extract, the muffins acquire subtle pleasant notes, and their airy texture makes them perfect for cozy tea times or morning breakfasts. They are suitable for special occasions as well as for everyday joy, becoming a favorite dessert for both adults and children.
1
Squeeze juice from the orange.
- Oranges: 1 piece
2
Cream the butter with sugar, add vanilla extract.
- Butter: 150 g
- Sugar: 0.5 glass
- Vanilla extract: to taste
3
Add eggs to the oily mixture and beat well.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
4
Add orange juice and zest, and mix everything well.
- Oranges: 1 piece
5
Add flour with baking powder.
- Wheat flour: 250 g
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
6
Knead the dough — it should not be too liquid or too stiff.
7
Grease the muffin molds with butter (either creamy or vegetable).
- Butter: 150 g
8
Bake the muffins in the oven at 180–200 degrees for 20 minutes.
9
Carefully remove the zest from the orange - only the orange part.
- Oranges: 1 piece