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Orange Blossom Cupcakes with Vanilla Bean Buttercream

Orange Blossom Cupcakes with Vanilla Bean Buttercream Spring Recipe

  • Author: Freya Allen
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Orange Blossom Cupcakes with Vanilla Bean Buttercream are a light, fragrant spring dessert that blends aromatic orange blossom water with creamy vanilla bean buttercream. The cupcakes rise airy and moist, perfect for Easter brunches, tea parties, or any celebration. Topped with silky buttercream, each bite offers a subtle citrus lift and rich vanilla flavor, making these cupcakes a crowd‑pleasing treat that looks beautiful on any platter. Serve with tea or grape juice for a perfect floral pairin

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for buttercream)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. Cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  4. Stir in milk and orange blossom water.
  5. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; fold into wet mixture.
  6. Fill liners two‑thirds full; bake 18–20 minutes.
  7. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. Beat butter for frosting, gradually add powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract; beat until smooth.
  9. Frost cooled cupcakes and enjoy.

Notes

  • For extra floral aroma, brush tops with a light drizzle of orange blossom water after cooling. Freeze unfrosted cupcakes for up to 1 month
  • thaw before frosting.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 55 mg

Keywords: Orange Blossom Cupcakes with Vanilla Bean Buttercream, orange blossom cupcake recipe, vanilla bean buttercream frosting, spring dessert ideas, easy cupcake recipe, floral cupcakes

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