Orange Devils Food Cupcakes

These Orange Devils Food Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic chocolate cupcakes. The addition of freshly squeezed orange juice and zest adds a burst of citrusy flavor that perfectly complements the rich chocolatey goodness. They are moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 1/2 cup buttermilk

Instructions:

Warm up your oven to 350F 175C and put cupcake liners in a muffin tin

Mix the cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and flour together in a bowl using a whisk

The sugar and vegetable oil should be mixed well in a different bowl

When you add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar and oil mix, keep beating it until its smooth

Add the dry ingredients slowly while mixing in the freshly squeezed orange juice every other time

Start with the dry ingredients and end with the orange juice

Dont mix any further than that

It will be smooth after you add the buttermilk and orange zest

Fill each cupcake liner about two thirds of the way to the top with batter

After the oven is hot, bake the cupcakes for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean

After taking the cupcakes out of the oven, let them cool for 5 minutes in the muffin tin before moving them to a wire rack to cool all the way through

When the cupcakes are completely cool, you can frost them with your favorite frosting and, if you want, add more orange zest on top

Have fun with your tasty Orange Devils Food Cupcakes