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Chocolate Orange Brownies

Decadent Chocolate Orange Brownies for Sweet Indulgence

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Irresistibly indulgent chocolate orange brownies that thrill with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 150 g Butter Substitute with margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 200 g Dark Chocolate Use semi-sweet chocolate for a sweeter taste.
  • 2 tbsp Orange Zest Always opt for fresh zest for the best flavor.
  • 3 large Eggs Can be replaced with a chia egg for a vegan alternative.
  • 250 g Caster Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a richer flavor.
  • 100 g Plain Flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted.
  • 50 g Cocoa Powder Dutch-processed cocoa provides a smoother texture.
  • 100 g Dark Chocolate Orange Can be swapped with milk chocolate or omitted.

Equipment

  • Non-stick saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric whisk
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Brownie Tin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (160°C fan/gas 4) and line a 24 x 20 cm brownie tin with baking parchment.
  2. Melt butter and dark chocolate in a non-stick saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth. Add orange zest.
  3. Whisk eggs and caster sugar in a mixing bowl with an electric whisk until pale and thick.
  4. Carefully fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg and sugar mixture.
  5. Sift plain flour and cocoa powder over the mixture, fold gently, then add dark chocolate orange chunks.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared tin and bake for about 35-40 minutes until edges are set.
  7. Cool in the tin for 20 minutes, then lift out and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For perfect brownies, ensure proper whisking, melt chocolate over low heat, and sift dry ingredients for a smoother batter.

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