Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins
Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins are a fusion of textures and tastes, a harmonious blend of citrusy freshness and rich chocolate decadence—a delightful treat for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ⅓ cup melted unsalted butter
- 2 whole oranges for juice and pieces
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 380°F
- Sift flour, baking powder, salt into a bowl. Set aside.
- Cut one orange in half, press out juice, reserve.
- Peel second orange, slice into chunks.
- In another bowl, add egg, sugar, milk, orange pieces, juice, butter.
- Mix with hand mixer or whisk until combined.
- Pour liquid mixture over dry ingredients.
- Mix minimally to create moist batter.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently.
- Spoon batter into silicone or paper-lined muffin pans. Bake for 25 minutes.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing the batter.
- Mix ingredients only until combined for light and fluffy muffins.
- Overmixing can lead to denser muffins.
- Exercise restraint in the mixing process for optimal texture.
- Enjoy the rewards of tender and delectable Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins.