Orange Cream Brownies

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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Fudgy chocolate brownies with tangy orange cream and glossy chocolate icing
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Orange Cream Brownies

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 121

Description

These Orange Cream Brownies offer a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining a dense, fudgy chocolate base with a bright, citrus-infused cream topping. The brownies themselves are studded with semi-sweet chocolate pieces and crunchy walnuts, providing a satisfying texture contrast. The orange cream adds a necessary acidity that cuts through the richness of the chocolate, while the final layer of chocolate icing seals in moisture and adds a professional finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or simply treating yourself on a weekend afternoon, this dessert balances sweet and tart flavors beautifully. It is an impressive yet approachable recipe that relies on pantry staples, making it a reliable choice for any occasion where you want to wow guests with homemade goodness.

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. Line the bottom and sides of a 9-inch square baking pan with foil, allowing the foil to overhang slightly on two sides. Butter the foil; set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine semi-sweet chocolate pieces, butter, sugar, and orange juice. Cook and stir over very low heat until chocolate and butter are completely melted and smooth.
  5. Remove saucepan from heat. Stir in 1 teaspoon grated orange peel and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Using a wire whisk, beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
  7. Add the reserved flour mixture to the chocolate batter, beating until smooth. Stir in chopped walnuts.
  8. Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  9. Bake until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 23-25 minutes.
  10. Cool brownies completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  11. For the Orange Cream: In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter until creamy.
  12. Gradually add confectioners sugar, beating until fluffy.
  13. Beat in 1 teaspoon grated orange peel, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  14. Spread the Orange Cream evenly over the cooled brownies.
  15. For the Chocolate Icing: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine semi-sweet chocolate morsels, butter, and vegetable shortening.
  16. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and melted.
  17. Spread the chocolate icing over the orange cream layer.
  18. Using a knife, mark the top into 36 (1 1/2-inch) squares before the icing sets.
  19. Refrigerate until icing is firm, about 25 minutes, or place in freezer for 5 minutes.
  20. Lift foil edges to remove the brownies from the pan. Cut along the marked lines into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 121kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.3g15%
Saturated Fat 2.3g12%
Cholesterol 17mg6%
Sodium 163mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 7.3g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 2.6g
Protein 2.3g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: orange, chocolate, brownies, dessert, cream, walnuts, baking, citrus, icing, holiday, easy, homemade, confectioners sugar, vanilla, chocolate chips, flour, eggs, sweet, rich, citrus dessert
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