Cupcakes with Orange Zest Creamsicle Frosting

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Orange Zest Cupcakes with Creamsicle Frosting

These Orange Zest Cupcakes with Creamsicle Frosting are a delicious treat that are sure to please everyone. The cupcakes are light and fluffy, with a hint of orange zest, and topped with a creamy and sweet creamsicle frosting. The combination of flavors is so delicious, you won’t be able to resist having just one more!

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons orange zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/3 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until fully incorporated. Add the orange zest and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
4. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk and orange juice. Mix until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. To make the frosting, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add the orange juice, orange zest, and cream cheese and mix until combined.
7. Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, frost the cupcakes with the creamsicle frosting.