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Orange Chocolate Muffins

Delicious, fluffy muffins with a zesty orange flavor and melting chocolate chips, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 0.5 cups cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup milk
  • 0.33 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 orange zest of
  • 1 orange juice of
Add-Ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the muffin cups.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until thoroughly mixed. Add in the orange zest and juice.
  4. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep your muffins light and fluffy.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
Baking
  1. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Top with powdered sugar or an orange glaze for extra sweetness. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.