Orange Cream Cupcakes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 2/3 cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
• Candied orange slices for garnish