Fabulous Orange Choc Chip Muffins

Brighten up your mornings with these Fabulous Orange Choc Chip Muffins, a delightful balance of zesty citrus and rich chocolate in every bite. Made with fresh orange juice and fragrant orange zest, these muffins burst with refreshing flavor that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of semi-sweet chocolate chips. The tender crumb comes from a combination of tangy buttermilk and a touch of vegetable oil, ensuring they stay moist and fluffy. Ready in just 35 minutes, including prep and bake time, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat. Whether you enjoy them warm out of the oven or at room temperature, these vibrant orange chocolate muffins are guaranteed to steal the spotlight.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 0.75 cups orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
• 0.5 cups buttermilk
• 0.25 cups vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups with non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Stir in the chocolate chips and orange zest to evenly distribute them throughout the dry mixture.

Step 4

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the orange juice, buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and gently fold the mixture together using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if there are a few small lumps.

Step 6

Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy these fabulous orange choc chip muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1018.3 grams (1018.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2982

Total Fat 112.60g	144%
Saturated Fat 40.50g	203%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.80g
Cholesterol 233mg	78%
Sodium 2360mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 481.30g	175%
Dietary Fiber 21.20g	76%
Total Sugars 263.80g
Protein 48.60g	97%

Vitamin D 117IU	586%
Calcium 239mg	18%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 921mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.3%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 61.4%