ORANGE KISS-ME CUPCAKES

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These cupcakes are delicious. They are light and airy tasting with just the right amount of orange flavoring. Originally this recipe called for a traditional, thick butter orange frosting, but I prefer it with just a glaze (saves on the calories a little, too).

Provided by Colbys Mom

Categories     Dessert

Time 39m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange rind
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon orange extract or 1/2 teaspoon orange flavoring
1 egg yolk
1 cup sifted cake flour
2/3 cup sugar, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 egg whites
1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 cup powdered sugar
1/3 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in a bowl; stir well and set aside.
  • Combine flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt in large bowl.
  • Add orange juice mixture; beat at low speed of an electric mixer until smooth.
  • Set aside.
  • Beat egg whites (at room temperature) and cream of tartar at high speed of an electric mixer until foamy.
  • Gradually add remaining 1/3 cup sugar, 1 tbsp at a time, beating until stiff peaks form.
  • Gently stir 1/4 of egg white mixture into orange mixture.
  • Gently fold remaining egg white mixture into orange mixture.
  • Divide batter evenly among 12 paper lined muffin cups.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 19 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Remove from pan; let cool on a wire rack (set over a piece of wax paper).
  • Mix powdered sugar and orange juice until it is the consistency you desire (adding more or less juice).
  • Spread thinly over the top of the cupcakes.

Andrea G
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Charles Reese
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Malik basirkhokhar
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These cupcakes were a huge disappointment.


Arjun Xetry
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cupcakes didn't turn out as expected.


emran smadi
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The cupcakes were a bit dry.


kalobwes stevens
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The frosting was a bit too runny for my liking.


Dilrukshi Kumari
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These cupcakes are a bit too sweet for my taste.


Miss Sonale
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I'm not a huge fan of orange, but I really enjoyed these cupcakes.


Arm An
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These cupcakes are a great way to use up leftover oranges.


amelia gaxhja
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The orange frosting is the star of the show!


Gracie Vasquez
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I love the moist texture of these cupcakes.


R5y5r 5eye5y
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These cupcakes are the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Shenna Arthur
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I made these cupcakes for my daughter's birthday party, and she loved them! They were gone in minutes.


Nanicrazyone2020 Deleon
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These cupcakes are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


William Deschene
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The orange flavor in these cupcakes is amazing! I love the way it pairs with the sweet frosting.


Delren
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I've made these cupcakes several times now, and they always turn out perfectly. They're my go-to recipe for any occasion.


Rehan Arshad
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These cupcakes were a hit at my party! They were so moist and flavorful, and the orange frosting was the perfect touch.