Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins

6 servings

30 minutes

Orange muffins with chocolate chips are a harmony of bright citrus notes and rich chocolate sweetness. This dessert hails from European cuisine, combining the airy texture of the batter with the refined taste of orange and Philadelphia cream cheese. Brown sugar adds a caramel hue to the sweetness, while dark chocolate pieces create pleasant contrasting flecks. These muffins are perfect for a cozy tea time or breakfast, complementing a hot drink with a light tang of orange. They are easy to prepare and surprise with their rich aroma while baking, filling the home with warmth and comfort. Such a dessert not only delights the taste but also brings aesthetic pleasure with its golden hue and appetizing chocolate pattern.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 355.2
• Proteins: 8.5g
• Fats: 15.5g
• Carbohydrates: 45.3g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 200 g
• Brown sugar: 50 g
• Baking powder: 1.5 tsp
• Oranges: 1 pc
• Low fat Philadelphia cheese: 175 g
• Dark chocolate: 100 g
• Chicken egg: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. Chop the chocolate with a knife. Peel the orange and squeeze the juice (it should yield about 100 ml).

   Required ingredients:

   • Dark chocolate: 100 g
   • Oranges: 1 piece

2. Sift the flour and baking powder, add sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 200 g
   • Baking powder: 1.5 teaspoon
   • Brown sugar: 50 g

3. Mix orange juice and zest with Philadelphia separately, add eggs. Pour in the flour mixture and beat well with a mixer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Oranges: 1 piece
   • Low fat Philadelphia cheese: 175 g
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Wheat flour: 200 g
   • Brown sugar: 50 g
   • Baking powder: 1.5 teaspoon

4. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, then pour the batter into 12 muffin cups, filling them 2/3 full.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dark chocolate: 100 g

5. Bake for 30 minutes at 180 degrees.