Ingredients
– 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– ½ cup buttermilk
– Zest of 1 orange
– 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (if using frozen, don’t thaw)
– ½ cup white chocolate chips
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon baking soda
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Hand mixer or stand mixer
– Cupcake pan
– Cupcake liners
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Zester (for the orange zest)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To begin, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven warms up, let’s prepare the cupcake batter. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until it’s light and fluffy. This typically takes about 3-5 minutes. The mixture should be pale in color and have a delightful aroma that fills the kitchen, making it nearly impossible to resist sneaking a taste! (See the next page below to continue steps…)