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Cranberry Orange Cupcakes

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 250
Delight in these moist and tangy cranberry orange cupcakes, perfect for festive occasions or a sweet treat.

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt

Wet ingredients

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 0.33 cup orange juice
  • 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
  • 0.33 cup milk
  • 1.5 tablespoons orange zest

Cranberries

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries (plus more for garnish)

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin pan with liners.
  • Mix dry ingredients in a bowl; set aside.
  • Cream butter, sugar, and vanilla until pale, then add orange juice and eggs, alternating with dry ingredients.
  • Fold in orange zest and cranberries, then divide batter into muffin cups.
  • Bake for 16-19 minutes, cool completely before serving.

Notes

Use fresh cranberries for best flavor and texture.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cranberry, cupcake, orange