Best 3 Creamcicle Cupcake Recipes

Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our exploration of the best creamcicle cupcake recipes. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that combines the vibrant orange and creamy vanilla flavors, resulting in a tantalizing treat that will captivate your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through a selection of recipes that promise a burst of citrusy goodness in every bite. Discover the secrets to achieving perfectly moist cupcakes with a tender crumb and a frosting that strikes the ideal balance between sweetness and tanginess. Get ready to whip up a batch of creamcicle cupcakes that will be the star of your next party or a delightful addition to your everyday sweet treats.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ORANGE CREAMSICLE® CUPCAKES

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A cupcake for when you're missing summer!

Provided by Yamamsis

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Orange Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 eggs
⅔ cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons orange extract
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon orange extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 orange, peeled and sliced
½ cup orange juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or grease with butter.
Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl.
Beat sugar and butter together in a separate bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then add milk, vanilla extract, and orange extract slowly.
Pour batter evenly into the prepared tin.
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
Beat butter for frosting with a mixer on high speed; mix in powdered sugar. Add heavy cream 1 tablespoon at a time. Add orange extract and vanilla extract and mix until smooth. Frost cooled cupcakes.
Combine orange, orange juice, cornstarch, and powdered sugar for glaze in a saucepan. Stir until all lumps are gone. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer, stirring every few seconds, for 5 minutes. Strain orange out of the glaze into a container. Pour a little glaze over each frosted cupcake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Carbohydrate 62.6 g, Cholesterol 77.8 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 83.3 mg, Sugar 49.3 g

BEST ORANGE CREAMSICLE CAKE

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This is by far one of the best cake recipes. You simply must try it! 8) Very fun, refreshing, wonderful cake for summer! Enjoy!

Provided by OceanIvy

Categories Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 (18 ounce) box orange cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (6 ounce) box orange Jell-O
1 1/2 cups hot water
1 cup cold water
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box vanilla instant pudding mix
1 (3 1/2 ounce) box orange Jell-O
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed

Steps:

Bake cake as needed in 9x13-inch pan.
When baked and cooled, poke holes all over cake with meat fork.
Mix large box of Jello with the waters and just let it start to set up.
Slowly pour over the cooled cake and allow to run into holes all over cake.
Chill cake until Jello is set.
In large bowl, cream the cheese until creamy.
Add the dry Jello powder, pudding mix, milk and the vanilla extract; beat well.
Fold in Cool Whip.
Spread on cake and chill until served.
Enjoy!

ORANGE CREAM-FILLED CUPCAKES

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Our home economists bring the flavor of a favorite frozen treat to palate-pleasing cupcakes. A scoop of vanilla ice cream adds even more indulgence!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 20 cupcakes.

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

3 large eggs
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon orange extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon orange extract
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
2 cups vanilla ice cream
Orange peel strips

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat the first eight ingredients until well blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into egg mixture until blended., Fill paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, beat butter until fluffy; beat in confectioners' sugar and extracts until smooth. Add marshmallow creme; beat until light and fluffy. Using a melon scoop, remove a small amount of cake from tops of cupcakes. Top each with a small scoop of ice cream. Decorate with frosting and orange peel strips. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 20g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

Make sure all the ingredients are at room temperature before you start. This will help the batter come together smoothly and evenly.
Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cupcakes tough and dense.
Bake the cupcakes in a preheated oven. This will help them rise evenly and prevent them from sinking in the middle.
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly and prevent it from melting.
If you are using a store-bought frosting, be sure to beat it until it is light and fluffy before using.
Decorate the cupcakes however you like! You can use sprinkles, candy, or even fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

Creamsicle cupcakes are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect Creamsicle cupcakes that will impress your friends and family. These cupcakes are a great way to use up leftover orange juice and they are also a fun and easy treat to make with kids. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give Creamsicle cupcakes a try!