Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes Recipe
These Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes are a delightful twist on classic cupcakes, combining the refreshing citrus flavor of orange soda with a smooth, creamy white frosting tinted to look like a creamsicle. Perfect for summer parties or anytime you want a bright, flavorful treat with a nostalgic touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cake Batter
- 15.25 ounces white cake mix
- 12 ounces orange soda (your favorite brand)
- 1 teaspoon orange flavor (optional)
Frosting
- 42 ounces white whipped frosting
- 3 to 5 drops orange gel food color
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two regular-size muffin pans with cupcake liners to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Cake Batter: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the white cake mix. Pour the orange soda over the mix, then add the optional teaspoon of orange flavoring if desired. Use a handheld mixer on low speed and mix for about one minute until fully combined, making sure not to overmix the batter to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Spoon the batter into the lined muffin pans, filling each liner approximately two-thirds full to allow room for the cupcakes to rise.
- Bake Cupcakes: Place the pans in the oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- Tint Frosting: In a small mixing bowl, add the white whipped frosting and 3 to 5 drops of orange gel food coloring. Stir thoroughly until the frosting color is uniform and a soft orange cream color is achieved.
- Prepare for Piping: Transfer the tinted frosting to a decorator’s bag fitted with a Wilson 2A large round tip, or use a gallon-size Ziploc bag with a small corner snipped off for easy piping control.
- Frost Cupcakes: Hold the piping bag about ½ inch above the center of each cupcake. Squeeze the bag gently using even pressure, piping the frosting in a circular motion to cover the tops completely. Repeat this process for all cupcakes to create a smooth, creamy finish reminiscent of creamsicles.
Notes
- Using orange soda in the batter adds moisture and enhances the orange flavor perfectly without extra liquids.
- If you prefer a stronger orange taste, add the optional orange flavor extract.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep cupcakes tender.
- Ensure cupcakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting the frosting.
- Adjust the number of gel food coloring drops to your preferred frosting shade.
- These cupcakes are best consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
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