For a more intense orange flavor, add an additional teaspoon of orange zest to the batter. Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the buttercream to achieve the best consistency. Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Chocolate-Orange Cupcakes with Pistachio Buttercream
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS22
These moist, flavorful cupcakes are a delightful treat, blending the rich taste of chocolate and orange with a unique pistachio buttercream frosting. A perfect balance of flavors for any occasion!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate40 g
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Cholesterol21 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium190 mg
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Sugar27 g
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Fat15 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups with shortening using a paper towel and dust with about 1 teaspoon flour or line with paper liners. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02
StepIn the bowl of a stand mixer, combine 1 1/2 cups sifted flour, white sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. (Prep time: 3 minutes)
03
StepBeat 1 cup cold water, olive oil, orange juice, and vanilla extract into the flour mixture on medium-low speed until the batter is just combined, about 2 minutes. Fold in the orange zest. (Mix time: 5 minutes)
04
StepPour the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling them about 2/3 full. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
05
StepBake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into a cupcake comes out clean, about 20 minutes. (Bake time: 20 minutes)
06
StepTransfer the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely, about 30 minutes. (Cooling time: 30 minutes)
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StepFor the buttercream, beat the softened butter in a bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about 1 minute. Slowly pour in the confectioners' sugar and beat until incorporated, about 2 minutes. (Mix time: 3 minutes)
08
StepBeat in the pistachio pudding mix until just combined. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency of icing is reached. (Mix time: 2 minutes)
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StepIce the cooled cupcakes with the pistachio buttercream and garnish with grated dark chocolate. (Prep time: 10 minutes)
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Laron Wehner
Jun 27, 2025I loved the combination of chocolate and orange. The olive oil made the cupcakes incredibly moist.
Deondre Stantonwuckert
May 19, 2025These cupcakes were a hit at my daughter's birthday party! The pistachio buttercream is so unique and delicious.
Gino Rodriguez
May 4, 2025The recipe was easy to follow, and the cupcakes turned out perfectly. I will definitely make these again!