Orange Cupcakes with Brown Sugar Walnut Glaze and Cream Cheese Frosting
INGREDIENTS
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FOR THE WALNUTS
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8 ounces whole, shelled walnuts
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3/4 brown sugar, packed
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1/2 cup milk
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3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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FOR THE CUPCAKES
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1 cup sugar
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2 eggs, at room temperature
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1/2 cup fresh squeezed orange juice (the juice of one large orange)
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1 tablespoon orange zest, finely grated (the zest of one large orange)
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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8 ounces sour cream
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FOR THE GLAZE
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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1/4 cup water
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/2 teaspoon orange zest, finely grated
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 cup spiced walnuts, chopped
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FOR THE FROSTING
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8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
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1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
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4 cups confectioners’ sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Extra walnuts, small orange wedges, and flake sea salt, for garnish (optional)
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