How do I bake obscured orange ouzo cupcakes?

Satisfy your sweet tooth with a boozy twist! Our 'Obscured Orange Ouzo Cupcakes' recipe combines the sweetness of cupcakes with a hint of orange liqueur.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I bake Obscured Orange Ouzo Cupcakes. Items include: All-Purpose Flour Baking Powder Salt Unsalted Butter Granulated Sugar Eggs Vanilla Extract Obscured Orange Ouzo Milk Powdered Sugar Orange Zest

All-Purpose Flour 1 ½ cups
Baking Powder 1 ½ teaspoons
Salt a pinch
Unsalted Butter 1/2 cup + 1/2 cup
Granulated Sugar 3/4 cup
Eggs 2
Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
Obscured Orange Ouzo 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon
Milk 1/2 cup
Powdered Sugar 2 cups
Orange Zest 1 teaspoon

Take note
Please note that consuming alcohol-infused cupcakes is only for those who are of legal drinking age and do so responsibly. Remember to enjoy these cupcakes in moderation, because indulging in too many might leave you seeing double!

1

Prepare the Batter

In a mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Whisk them together until well mixed. In a separate bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 2 eggs, one at a time, followed by 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Finally, mix in 1/4 cup of Obscured Orange Ouzo, an orange liqueur with a twist. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1/2 cup of milk. Mix until just combined.

2

Fill the Cupcake Liners

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners. Using a spoon or a scoop, fill each liner about two-thirds full with the cupcake batter. This will allow room for the cupcakes to rise beautifully without overflowing. Pop the cupcakes into the preheated oven and bake for approximately 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely before frosting.

3

Whip Up the Frosting

In a mixing bowl, beat 1/2 cup of unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, and continue beating until the mixture is smooth and fluffy. Pour in 1 tablespoon of Obscured Orange Ouzo and 1 teaspoon of orange zest for that extra zing. Beat the mixture for another minute until well incorporated.

4

Frost and Enjoy

When the cupcakes are completely cooled, generously frost each one with the Orange Ouzo frosting. You can use a piping bag or simply spread it on with a butter knife for a more rustic look. For an optional garnish, sprinkle a pinch of orange zest on top of each cupcake. Now comes the best part: it's time to indulge! Grab a cupcake, savor the unique combination of sweetness and citrusy goodness, and sit back and enjoy!