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Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins

Deliciously Moist Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins to Savor

Enjoy the zesty flavor of Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins, a delightful treat that's perfect for any time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 whole Oranges One for juicing (approx. ¼ cup) and one for dicing
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Classic pairing with orange
  • ⅓ cup Melted Butter Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • ½ cup Sugar Balances flavors
  • ½ cup Milk Any non-dairy milk can be used
  • 1 large Egg Acts as binder
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Essential for rise
  • ¾ tsp Salt Enhances flavor
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure

Equipment

  • Oven
  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 380°F (195°C) and prepare muffin tin with liners or grease.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the egg, sugar, milk, orange juice, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Fold in the diced pieces of one whole orange into the wet batter.
  5. Gently combine the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
  6. Toss semi-sweet chocolate chips in flour, then fold them into the batter.
  7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup three-quarters full.
  8. Bake for 23-25 minutes, avoiding opening the oven door for the first 15 minutes.
  9. Allow muffins to cool in the tray for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing the batter and store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

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