Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 unit

Eggs

0.5 cup

Oil

1 cup

Milk

1 tsp

Vanilla

0.5 unit

Orange Juice

Juiced

0.5 unit

Orange Zest

Zested

2 cup

All-purpose Flour

0.5 cup

Sugar

0.25 cup

Cocoa Powder

1 tbsp

Baking Powder

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.5 cup

Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

0.33 cup

Powdered Sugar

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2
~3 min

Line or grease a 12-15 muffin tin.

Step 3
~3 min

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~3 min

In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, oil, milk, vanilla, orange zest, and orange juice.

Step 5
~3 min

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 6
~3 min

Fold in the chocolate chips.

Step 7
~3 min

Fill each muffin well with batter using an ice cream scoop.

Step 8
~3 min

Sprinkle the tops with a few extra chocolate chips.

Step 9
~3 min

Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10
~3 min

Cool on a wire rack.

Step 11
~3 min

Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest until smooth.

Step 12
~3 min

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled muffins.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not overmix the batter for best results.

Add nuts for extra texture and flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a glass of milk or coffee.

Enjoy as a snack or breakfast treat.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Commonly baked in households and sold in bakeries

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Breakfast during holidays
Snack for potlucks

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Dessert

Popularity Score

70/100

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