Striped Cupcakes

12 servings

25 minutes

Striped cupcakes are a bright and unusual dessert from Czech cuisine, impressing with their visual appeal and rich flavor. Their history goes back to culinary traditions where not only taste harmony but also presentation aesthetics matter. These cupcakes feature a delicate batter with a light citrus tang from orange juice, complemented by a rich chocolate note of cocoa and the freshness of green color. The alternating layers make the cupcakes festive and surprisingly appetizing. They are perfect for a holiday tea party or a cozy family breakfast. They can be served as an independent dessert or paired with a light creamy frosting. The simplicity of preparation makes this recipe accessible even for novice cooks, while the result consistently delights the eye and palate.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 210.3
• Proteins: 3.3g
• Fats: 10.3g
• Carbohydrates: 26.5g

Ingredients

• Vegetable oil: 6 tbsp
• Sugar: 100 g
• Cocoa: 2 tbsp
• Orange juice: 250 ml
• Vinegar: 1 tsp
• Soda: 1 tsp
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Wheat flour: 250 g
• Green food coloring: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Beat the egg with sugar, add butter, baking soda, let the dough rest for a couple of minutes, add flour, and slowly continue beating while pouring in orange juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Sugar: 100 g
   • Vegetable oil: 6 tablespoons
   • Soda: 1 teaspoon
   • Vinegar: 1 teaspoon
   • Wheat flour: 250 g
   • Orange juice: 250 ml

2. Divide the dough into 3 parts: set the white part aside - it should be more.

3. Add green dye to the second and whip, and add cocoa to the third — whip.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green food coloring:  to taste
   • Cocoa: 2 tablespoons

4. Grease the molds with oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 6 tablespoons

5. Fill the shapes in turn, with a spoon, using different colors.

6. Bake the muffins for about 30 minutes in the oven at 170–180 degrees.