Best 5 Tangerine Cupcakes Recipes

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In the realm of citrus-infused desserts, tangerine cupcakes emerge as delightful treats that tantalize the taste buds with their vibrant flavors and refreshing aroma. These cupcakes are not just ordinary confections; they're culinary masterpieces that blend the tangy sweetness of tangerines with the velvety softness of a moist cake batter. The tantalizing aroma of citrus zest fills the air as these cupcakes bake, promising a burst of flavor in every bite. With variations ranging from classic to modern, these tangerine cupcakes offer a delectable journey that will transport you to a world of citrusy delight.

**Classic Tangerine Cupcakes:**

These cupcakes stay true to the traditional recipe, featuring a moist and fluffy vanilla cake batter infused with freshly squeezed tangerine juice and zest. Topped with a creamy vanilla buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are the epitome of simplicity and elegance.

**Tangerine Swirl Cupcakes:**

For those who crave a captivating visual and taste experience, tangerine swirl cupcakes are a must-try. The batter is divided into two parts, one infused with tangerine and the other with vanilla. When swirled together, they create a mesmerizing marbled effect that's as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.

**Tangerine Cream Cheese Cupcakes:**

Indulge in the richness of tangerine cream cheese cupcakes, where a tangy tangerine-infused cream cheese frosting adorns a moist vanilla cake. The combination of citrus and cream cheese creates a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

**Tangerine Cupcakes with Orange Glaze:**

These cupcakes take the citrus experience to the next level by incorporating both tangerine and orange flavors. The zesty orange glaze adds a vibrant touch to the tangerine-infused cake, resulting in a delightful balance of sweetness and acidity.

**Tangerine Cupcakes with Pistachio Frosting:**

For a unique twist, tangerine cupcakes with pistachio frosting offer a delightful symphony of flavors. The earthy nuttiness of the pistachio frosting complements the tangy citrus notes of the cupcakes, creating a harmonious and unforgettable taste sensation.

No matter your preference, these tangerine cupcakes promise an explosion of citrusy goodness in every bite. With their vibrant colors, tantalizing aromas, and delectable flavors, they're perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or a special celebration.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHOCOLATE TANGERINE CANNOLI CUPCAKES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 24 mini or 12 regular cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup hot water
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup chocolate chips
3 cups ricotta cheese
3/4 cup powdered sugar
3 tangerines, zested
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 1/4 cups chocolate chips
3 tangerines
Granulated sugar
Tuile Cookie, recipe follows
1 stick butter
1 cup powdered sugar
4 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
Purple food coloring
Vodka
Cornstarch

Steps:

  • For the cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a mini cupcake pan with 24 mini cupcake liners or a regular-size cupcake pan with 12 cupcake liners.
  • Sift the flour, baking soda and salt into a medium bowl. Set the bowl aside. In the bowl of an electric stand mixer with a paddle attachment, mix the water, mayonnaise and cocoa powder together. Add the granulated sugar and flour mixture and mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. Using a bowl scraper, fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake until golden and baked through, 25 to 35 minutes. Cool the cupcakes completely.
  • For the filling: In the bowl of an electric stand mixer with the paddle attachment, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar and tangerine zest on low speed until all components are thoroughly combined.
  • For the ganache: Bring the heavy whipping cream to a slight boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Immediately remove from heat and pour over chocolate chips in a glass or heat resistant bowl. Gently stir the mixture until all of the chocolate chips have melted. Set in the refrigerator to expedite the cooling and thickening process.
  • For the candied tangerines: Slice the tangerines into 12 medium-thin slices. Sprinkle a thick layer of sugar in a medium saucepan and lay the tangerine slices in the sugar. Sprinkle another thick layer of sugar over the top of the tangerine slices and cook the fruit over medium-high heat until caramel in color. Remove the pan from the heat and remove the tangerine slices onto a heat-resistant plate using tongs.
  • To assemble: Core the cupcakes by taking a small knife to the center of each one and cutting in a circle from the top to bottom of the cake. Fill this hole with the tangerine cheese until the filling reaches the top of the cake. Using a knife, place a smattering of chocolate ganache on the top of the cupcake near the filling. Stick a wedge of the Tuile Cookie into the filling and garnish with a slice of candied tangerine.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • In the bowl of an electric stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and powdered sugar. Add the egg whites, one at a time, scraping the sides of the bowl after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and the flour and mix until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
  • With an offset spatula, spread the tuile cookie dough onto the lined cookie sheet to about 1/8-inch thick. Bake until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool completely.
  • Mix the purple food coloring, vodka and cornstarch together until the desired consistency of food-safe paint is acquired. Using a medium round brush, splatter the paint onto the tuile cookie in an abstract fashion. Break the cookie into imperfect shapes (about 3-inch pieces).

LAVENDER TANGERINE DREAM CUPCAKES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 12 regular or 25 mini cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup tangerine juice
1/3 cup canola oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon orange extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tablespoon poppy seeds
3 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup vegetable shortening, such as Organic Spectrum
1/2 tablespoon lavender extract
Pinch salt
3 tangerines, peeled and slices separated, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F 15. Line a cupcake pan with 12 regular-size cupcake liners or 24 mini cupcake liners.
  • For the cake: Mix the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. Combine the tangerine juice, canola oil, vinegar, orange extract and vanilla extract in a 5-quart mixer with a paddle attachment on first speed. Add the dry ingredients. Add the poppy seeds. Once all the dry ingredients are incorporated, turn the mixer up to second speed and mix well. Turn the mixer off.
  • Fill the cupcake liners half full with batter. Bake until baked through, about 20 minutes. Cool the cupcakes completely.
  • For the frosting: Whip the powdered sugar, vegetable shortening, 1/4 cup water, lavender extract and salt in a bowl with an electric mixer. Add additional water in very small amounts to get the creamy consistency if it is too thick. Put the frosting in a pastry bag and cut off 1/2-inch off the top.
  • To assemble: Frost each cupcake with the lavender frosting. Place a tangerine slice on top.

TANGERINE CUPCAKES



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I found this on the CBC website one day..it sounds like it would be great for springtime or a birthday party instead of a cake..

Provided by Meli-lynne

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 18 cupcakes, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 1/4 cups flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup canola oil
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon fresh tangerine zest
1/4 cup fresh tangerine juice
1 large egg, separated
1/3 cup butter
3 1/2 cups icing sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon fresh tangerine zest
1 -2 tablespoon fresh tangerine juice
3 tablespoons orange sprinkles

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven 375 Degrees Fahrenheit, Line muffin tin with 18 cups.
  • Mix flour, 1 cup of the sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  • Make well in the centre and add oil, buttermilk, vanilla, and tangerine zest (1 Tbsp). Beat one minute.
  • Add tangerine juice (1/4 cup) and egg yolks and beat another minute.
  • In a separate bowl, using clean beaters, whip egg whites until foamy.
  • Gradually pour in remaining 1/2 cup of sugar and whip until whites hold stiff peak.
  • Fold whites gently into batter and spoon into muffin cups.
  • Bake 15 minutes, until cupcakes spring back when pressed. Cool completely.
  • Icing:.
  • Beat butter until fluffy.
  • On low speed, beat in icing sugar until smooth.
  • Beat in Vanilla (1 tsp), tangerine zest (1 Tbsp), and tangerine juice (1-2 Tbsp).
  • If icing is too thin, add more sugar.
  • Spread onto cupcakes, garnish with sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.1, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 21.2, Sodium 229.1, Carbohydrate 52.6, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 40.1, Protein 2.3

TANGERINE CUPCAKES W/TANGERINE FROSTING



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Love tangerines, too! YUMMM!!! With candied tangerine for garnish!!!

Provided by Jo Anne Sugimoto

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 c flour
1/2 c sugar
3 Tbsp butter, room temperature
1/4 c sour cream
1/4 c tangerine juice
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 egg yolk, room temperature
zest of one tangerine
TANGERINE FROSTING:
2 egg whites
pinch of salt
CANDIED TANGERINE:
1 1/4 c sugar
2 Tbsp tangerine juice
1/4 c water
1 tangerine, cut into thin slices

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prep 6 wells in a muffin tin with liners.
  • 2. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and zest. Add the egg yolk and mix thoroughly.
  • 3. Add the flour, baking powder and salt to the butter mixture.
  • 4. Add the sour cream and juice to the rest of the batter and beat till well combined.
  • 5. Fill each cupcake well 2/3 full.
  • 6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, do a toothpick test, if it comes out clean with just a couple of crumbs, remove them from the oven to cool briefly on a wire rack, then remove from the pan to cool completely before icing.
  • 7. TANGERINE FROSTING:
  • 8. Beat the egg whites and a pinch of salt, to form soft peaks using an electric mixer.
  • 9. CANDIED TANGERINE:
  • 10. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan bring sugar, tangerine slices, juice and water to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  • 11. Continue to boil until it reaches a soft ball stage (when a drop of syrup forms a soft ball when dropped in cool water) while continuing to stir occasionally.
  • 12. Keep the mixer running, you'll need an extra set of hands.
  • 13. While you pour a continuous stream of the molten syrup into the egg whites, continue to beat for about 5 minutes or until frosting is fluffy, glossy and cool.
  • 14. Allow the tangerine slices to cool and harden on a wire rack.
  • 15. Frost the cooled cupcakes and top with candied tangerine slices.
  • 16. NOTE: IF THE ICING ISN'T ORANGE ENOUGH IN COLOR, YOU CAN ADD A DROP OR TWO OF FOOD COLORING.

TANGERINE CUPCAKES



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Categories     Citrus     Bake     Cupcake

Yield 6 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup milk, at room temperature
1/4 cup tangerine juice
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg yolk, at room temperature
zest of 1 tangerineTa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Line or grease and flour 6 wells in a cupcake pan. In a large bowl, cream the butter, zest and sugar. Add the egg, mix thoroughly. Add flour, baking powder and salt to the butter mixture. Add the milk and juice to the rest of the batter and beat until well combined. Fill each well 2/3 of the way full. Bake 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted the center of a cupcake comes out clean or with just one or two dry crumbs. Cool briefly in the pan, then remove cupcakes to wire racks to cool completely before icing with tangerine frosting and topping with a candied tangerine slice.

Tips for Making the Best Tangerine Cupcakes:

  • Use fresh tangerines: Fresh tangerines provide the best flavor and aroma for these cupcakes. If you can't find fresh tangerines, you can use frozen or canned tangerines, but the flavor will be less intense.
  • Zest the tangerines before juicing them: Zesting the tangerines before juicing them will give the cupcakes a more intense citrus flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cupcakes tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cupcakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cupcakes are cooked through.
  • Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them: This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • Use a fluffy frosting: A fluffy frosting, such as whipped cream frosting or cream cheese frosting, will complement the light and airy texture of the cupcakes.

Conclusion:

These tangerine cupcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their bright citrus flavor and fluffy texture, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet and tangy treat, give these tangerine cupcakes a try!

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