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Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins

Mouthwatering Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins To Brighten Your Day

Delightful Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins featuring a burst of citrus and melty chocolate, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 large eggs Substitute with 2 tbsp flaxseed + 6 tbsp water for vegan option.
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar Can use coconut sugar.
  • 0.5 cup milk Use almond milk for dairy-free.
  • 2 tbsp orange zest Reduce to 1 tablespoon for milder taste.
  • 0.5 cup orange juice Lemon juice can substitute.
  • 0.25 cup vegetable oil Can use melted coconut oil.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter Softened or melted.
  • 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Omit for nut-free.
  • 0.5 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips Duplicate muffin flavor.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt, then fold in the mini semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, milk, orange zest, orange juice, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined.
  5. Fill each muffin liner with about 1/4 cup of the batter and sprinkle streusel topping.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat as needed.

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