Name: Chocolate Orange Cupcakes with Limoncello Frosting
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Yield: 24
Ingredients: 1 box Chocolate cake mix; Orange juice; 1 Cup Chocolate chips; 1 tsp. Flour; 1 Cup Diced candied orange peel; 2 Cups Powdered sugar; 4 Tbsp. Butter, softened; 2 Tbsp. Limoncello; 2 Tbsp. Orange juice; Zest of 1 orange; 1/2 Cups Finely diced candied orange peel, for garnish

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Chocolate Orange Cupcakes with Limoncello Frosting

Author: Adam Moore Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Italian Courses: Cake, Dessert Recipe Keys: Dairy Kids Make Ahead Mixing

Party / Entertaining Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 20 mins Rest Time 1 hr Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 290

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Dietary:

Vegetarian

Description

Chocolate cupcakes made with orange juice in place of water, folded with chocolate chips and diced candied orange peel — topped with a bright, tangy frosting of powdered sugar, butter, limoncello, orange juice, and orange zest. A sophisticated flavor combination that earns every compliment.

Instructions

Mix chocolate cake mix according to package instructions, substituting orange juice for the water.
Toss chocolate chips with 1 tsp flour. Fold chocolate chips and candied orange peel into the chocolate batter.
Line muffin pan with cupcake liners. Fill and bake according to package directions.
Cool cupcakes for 1 hour on a wire rack before frosting.
Combine all frosting ingredients except candied orange peel in a bowl. Beat with a hand mixer until smooth, about 2 minutes.
Spread about 1 Tbsp. frosting on top of each cupcake. Garnish with a small sprinkle of candied orange peel.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Amount Per Serving
Calories 290kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Cholesterol 40mg14%
Sodium 280mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 44g15%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 30g
Protein 3g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Candied orange peel can be found at specialty grocery stores or ordered online. In a pinch, use orange marmalade (chopped) as a substitute in the batter.

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Chocolate Orange Cupcakes with Limoncello Frosting