Ingredients
For the Sparkling Cranberries
3/4 cup sugar, divided
1/2 cup water
1 cup fresh cranberries
For the Cupcakes
6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon orange extract
1/3 cup sour cream
3 egg whites
1 1/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup milk
For the White Chocolate Ganache
1 cup white chocolate chips
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
For the Cranberry Frosting
1 cup fresh cranberries
2 Tablespoons water
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups powdered sugar
Instructions