Description
Fresh-Squeezed Mimosa Cupcakes are a delightful blend of fluffy vanilla cake and zesty citrus, topped with a creamy mimosa-flavored frosting. These charming treats are perfect for brunches, celebrations, or any time you crave a touch of sunshine in your dessert. With the refreshing taste of fresh orange juice and a light, airy texture, each bite promises to uplift your spirits and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth, then gradually add sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in eggs one at a time followed by fresh orange juice and zest.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before preparing frosting.
- Whip heavy cream to soft peaks, gradually adding powdered sugar for smoothness.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg