Cranberry-Orange Cupcakes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 1/4 teaspoon orange extract
• 1/2 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon orange zest

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Beat in the orange juice and extract.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the cranberries.
5. Divide the batter among the muffin cups. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove cupcakes from oven and let cool completely.
7. In a small bowl, mix together the confectioners' sugar and orange zest. Sprinkle over cooled cupcakes.
8. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Cranberries are a type of berry that are native to North America.
• Cranberries are high in antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation and protect against some diseases.
• Orange zest is the outermost part of the orange peel. It adds a great flavor to any dish.