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Snack Recipes
Moist Orange Cupcakes (Queques de Laranja)
Moist orange cupcakes recipe (receita de queques de laranja), small moist cakes that incorporate fresh orange juice and zest for a bright citrus flavor.
| Preparation time | 15 min |
| Cooking Time | 20 min |
| Ready In | 35 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
| Servings | 6 |
Ingredients
1 orange (juice and zest)1 egg4 tablespoons of sugar1/4 cup (60 ml) sunflower oil1 cup (140 g) all-purpose flour1 1/2 teaspoons (8 g) baking powderOrange jam to taste (as needed)Shredded coconut to taste (as needed)
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Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- In a bowl, mix together all the ingredients except the jelly/jam and shredded coconut.
- Pour the mixture into cupcake pan molds and bake for 15 to 20 minutes (check for doneness using the toothpick test).
- Once baked, remove from molds, brush with the jam, and sprinkle with shredded coconut.
Note: The baking time will depend on the amount of batter you put in the molds.
Recipe & Photo Credit: noespaisparaviejasvk
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