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Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins

Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins for a Sweet Morning Boost

Delicious Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins are perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, blending fresh orange juice with chocolate.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoons salt enhances flavor
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 0.75 cups sugar for sweetness
  • 0.5 cups milk
  • 0.33 cups melted butter adds richness
  • 1 whole orange juice and zest used
  • 1 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
For Serving
  • optional toppings powdered sugar or light glaze

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • muffin pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins
  1. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine orange juice and zest, egg, sugar, milk, and melted butter. Whisk until creamy.
  3. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just moistened.
  4. Add Chocolate: Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 380°F (193°C), fill muffin cups ¾ full, and bake for about 25 minutes.
  6. Cool: Let muffins rest for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Avoid over-mixing to maintain fluffiness.

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