Cupcakes: 1 box chocolate cake mix Orange juice (instead of water in cake mix) ½
1/2 teaspoon
vanilla extract
1 orange, zested
Frosting:
2 cups powdered sugar
4 tablespoons butter, softened (1/2 stick)
2 tablespoons lemon juice (you can substitute with 2 tablespoons limoncello)
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 orange, zested
Special equipment: cupcake liners, 2 muffin pans
To make the cupcakes: mix the chocolate cake mix according to package instructions, substituting orange juice for the water. Line the muffin pan with the cupcake liners. Fill and bake the cupcakes according to package instructions. Let the cupcakes cool for 1 hour on a wire rack before frosting.
To make the frosting: combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl. Using a hand mixer, beat until smooth, about 2 minutes. Using a small spatula, place about 1 tablespoon of frosting on top of each cupcake.