Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
- 1 tbsp orange zest (orange peel)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, mix sugar, oil or melted butter, eggs, milk or buttermilk, and orange zest until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the chocolate chips or chopped chocolate.
- Scoop the batter into muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per muffin)
Calories: Approx. 300 calories (depending on exact ingredients used)
Fat: Approx. 15g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 40g
Protein: Approx. 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- The combination of orange and chocolate creates a unique flavor that is both sweet and slightly tart.
- The muffins are soft, moist, and full of chocolate chunks, providing a rich chocolate experience.
- The orange zest adds a fresh citrusy note to the chocolate flavor.
User Comments:
- "These muffins are amazing! The combination of orange and chocolate is so unique and delicious."
- "I love how moist and soft these muffins are. The chocolate chunks are a great addition."
- "The orange zest gives these muffins a fresh and vibrant flavor that I really enjoy."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh orange zest for the best flavor. Do not use the bitter white part of the orange peel.
- For best results, use good quality chocolate chips or chopped chocolate.
- Do not overmix the batter; this can lead to tough muffins.
- Store leftover muffins in an airtight container to keep them fresh and moist.
