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Orange Cupcakes

Delicious Orange Cupcakes with Creamy Vegan Frosting

These Vegan Orange Cupcakes feature a burst of citrus flavor and a creamy frosting, making them a perfect healthy dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Flaxseed Acts as an egg replacement
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be exchanged for gluten-free flour
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Lightens the texture
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 0.33 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil
  • 0.75 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used
  • 0.5 cup Canned Coconut Milk (full-fat) Use almond or oat milk for a lighter option
  • 1 medium Fresh Orange Use zest and juice from the same orange
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Opt for alcohol-free if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Orange Extract Optional, can omit if not available
For the Frosting
  • 0.5 cup Vegan Butter For creaminess
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Organic can be used

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Cupcake tin
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Flax Egg: Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water and let it sit for 5–10 minutes.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Mix together vegetable oil, granulated sugar, coconut milk, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the dry mixture into wet ingredients and fold together until just combined.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), fill cupcake liners, and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Make Frosting: Beat vegan butter until creamy, gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in orange zest and juice.
  7. Frost Cupcakes: Once cooled, frost cupcakes with the buttercream using a knife or piping bag.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Share your delightful Vegan Orange Cupcakes at gatherings and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cupcakes can be customized with chocolate chips or other citrus flavors.

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