After mint, orange is my favorite flavor in something chocolate. And, what better way to enjoy this combination than with a fudgy brownie. Continuing with the 'B' alphabet of holiday baking . . .
Brownies a l'Orange . . .
2 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate
1/2 cup or 1 stick butter
2 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon orange extract
1/2 tablespoon freshly grated orange zest
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Pinch of salt
1 cup toasted and chopped walnuts
Grease or vegetable oil spray a 8-inch square baking pan. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Melt together the chocolate and butter. Let cool. In a large mixing bowl combine the eggs and sugar and whisk together until thoroughly mixed. Mix in the butter, chocolate, extracts, salt, and orange zest. Stir in the flour and nuts. Spread into the prepared pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for about 20-25 minutes. Cut into preferred sized portions and finish cooling in the pan. Recipe doubles nicely.
Ideas . . .
For a festive look, an orange glaze and some colorful sprinkles would be pretty.
While the brownies are still warm from the oven, scatter chocolate chips, let soften, spread as for icing and sprinkle with finely chopped nuts.
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