Fudgy Orange Brownies

Indulge in the rich decadence of Fudgy Orange Brownies, a citrusy twist on the classic chocolate dessert. These ultra-moist brownies combine the deep, velvety flavor of semi-sweet chocolate and dark chocolate chips with the bright, zesty notes of freshly grated orange zest and juice. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and just the right amount of cocoa, each bite delivers a fudgy texture that melts in your mouth. With only 15 minutes of prep time and baked to perfection in under 30 minutes, these brownies are an effortless treat for any chocolate lover. Ideal for sharing—or keeping all to yourself—serve them as an elegant dessert or an indulgent snack. Chocolate and orange lovers, get ready; this recipe is a match made in flavor heaven!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 9

Ingredients

• 150 grams unsalted butter
• 200 grams semi-sweet chocolate
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 100 grams light brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 100 grams all-purpose flour
• 30 grams cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 100 grams dark chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate together over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until pale and frothy, approximately 2 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract until evenly combined.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the slightly cooled chocolate mixture and mix until smooth and fully incorporated.

Step 6

Sift the flour, cocoa powder, and salt into the wet ingredients. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the mixture using a spatula, being careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the dark chocolate chips to add extra texture and chocolatey goodness.

Step 8

Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to the edges.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the brownies cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhang. Slice into 9 squares and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1097.2 grams (1097.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4462

Total Fat 242.80g	311%
Saturated Fat 134.60g	673%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 890mg	297%
Sodium 1483mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 578.10g	210%
Dietary Fiber 37.90g	135%
Total Sugars 445.20g
Protein 57.80g	116%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 464mg	36%
Iron 30mg	164%
Potassium 2661mg	57%

*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: 46.2%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 48.9%