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These cupcakes are a fun twist on the traditional orange creamsicle. They boast all the traditional flavors of orange and vanilla but in an exciting, new way. With a soft orange sponge, a tangy homemade orange curd, and topped with a fluffy marshmallow frosting, these cupcakes are sure to impress all spring and summer.
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Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes
- Prep Time 60 min
- Total 2 hr 30 min
- Servings 24
- Ingredients 16
Ingredients
Cupcakes
- 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon orange extract
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
Orange Curd
- 1 egg
- 4 egg yolks
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of one orange
- 3 tablespoons butter, softened
Marshmallow Frosting
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 jar (7 oz) marshmallow creme
Instructions
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Step1
Heat oven to 350°F. Place a paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups. In a large bowl, add cake mix, 1 cup orange juice, orange extract, vegetable oil, and 3 eggs. Using a handheld mixer, beat on high speed for 3 minutes. Evenly divide the batter among muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Set aside to cool.
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Step2
In a double boiler, add 1 egg, 4 egg yolks, 1/3 cup orange juice, lemon juice, granulated sugar, and orange zest. Cook over medium heat, continually stirring the mixture with a heatproof spatula or whisk until the curd thickens. Remove from heat, and add 3 tablespoons softened butter. Once smooth, transfer to a bowl, and place plastic wrap directly on top of the curd. Store in the fridge until cool.
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Step3
In a medium bowl using a handheld mixer on high speed, beat together 3/4 cup butter and powdered sugar until very fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and marshmallow creme. Beat until fully incorporated and no longer sticky.
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Step4
Using a small spoon or cupcake corer, create a small well inside each cooled cupcake.
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Step5
Fill each cupcake with orange curd, placing a piece of cored cupcake back on top to seal off the curd. Top the cupcakes with marshmallow frosting, decorating any way desired.
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