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Cranberry Orange White Chocolate Cupcakes

Cranberry Orange White Chocolate Cupcakes

These cupcakes feature a moist base infused with tart cranberries, zesty orange, and sweet white chocolate, perfect for holiday baking.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and orange zest.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the orange juice, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  6. Gently fold in the cranberries and white chocolate chips.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an enhanced flavor, top with a white chocolate frosting or orange glaze. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Author: Chef Sally
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Fat: 13g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Protein: 4g