Decadent Chocolate Orange Muffins Recipe

Chocolate Orange Muffins 🍊🍫

Preparation and Cooking Times

Description

This delightful recipe for Chocolate Orange Muffins is a cherished favorite from Elizabeth Alston’s book “Muffins.” 🧁✨ Over the years, it has become a beloved tradition for my husband and daughter to bake these together, filling our home with the heavenly aroma of chocolate and orange. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a sweet treat, these muffins are sure to please!

Recipe Category

• Quick Breads

Keywords

• Breads
• Less than 60 Minutes
• Oven

Ingredients

• 2 oranges 🍊
• 3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped or use chocolate chips 🍫
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened 🧈
• 2 eggs 🥚
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 cups flour

Nutritional Information (per muffin)

• Calories: 241.7 kcal
• Fat: 9.1 g
• Saturated Fat: 5.4 g
• Cholesterol: 56.9 mg
• Sodium: 154.1 mg
• Carbohydrates: 36.8 g
• Fiber: 1.1 g
• Sugars: 20.2 g
• Protein: 3.9 g

Yield

• Makes 12 muffins

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Get ready to bake some deliciousness!

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2. Prepare the Muffin Cups: Grease your muffin cups or line them with foil baking cups to prevent sticking.

3. Grate the Orange Peel: Finely grate the orange peel, ensuring you only take the orange part and avoid too much of the white pith.

4. Chop the Chocolate: Using a large knife, chop the bittersweet chocolate into small pieces, or simply use chocolate chips for convenience.

5. Cream the Sugar and Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the sugar and butter together using a wooden spoon or an electric mixer until the mixture is pale and fluffy.

6. Add the Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next.

7. Incorporate the Orange Peel: Stir in the finely grated orange peel to the mixture.

8. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the buttermilk, sour cream, baking powder, and baking soda to the bowl. Mix everything together very well. The batter will be quite liquid, but don’t worry—this is exactly how it should be!

9. Combine with Flour and Chocolate: Sprinkle the flour over the batter, then add the chopped chocolate. Gently fold the ingredients together just until the flour is blended. Be careful not to overmix!

10. Fill the Muffin Cups: Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

11. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 25 minutes. The muffins should be golden brown and springy to the touch when they are done.

12. Cool and Serve: Let the muffins cool on a wire rack. Serve them hot or warm for the best flavor experience. Enjoy the blend of rich chocolate and refreshing orange with every bite! 😋

This recipe, with its zesty orange and decadent chocolate, brings a sense of warmth and joy to any kitchen. Whether you’re baking these for a special occasion or just to enjoy a sweet treat, these Chocolate Orange Muffins are sure to become a favorite in your household too. Happy baking! 🧁🍊🍫