2-Ingredient Orange Crush Cupcakes
Ingredients:
- 1 box white cake mix
- 12 ounces orange Crush soda
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 3 cups confectioners sugar
- 2 tablespoons powdered orange Jello
- 3 tablespoons orange Crush soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix and 12 ounces of orange Crush soda. Stir until the batter is smooth and well mixed.
3. Pour the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
4. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack.
5. For the frosting, beat the softened butter in a mixing bowl until creamy. Gradually add confectioners sugar and powdered orange Jello, mixing well after each addition.
6. Add the orange Crush soda and vanilla extract, then continue beating until the frosting is light and fluffy. Adjust consistency with more confectioners sugar if needed.
7. Once cupcakes are completely cooled, frost generously with the orange-flavored frosting.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal (approximate per cupcake) | Servings: 12 cupcakes
Tips:
Use chilled orange Crush soda for a slightly lighter batter texture.
To intensify the orange flavor, sprinkle a little extra powdered orange Jello on top of the frosting before serving.