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Chocolate Orange Brownie Cookies

Indulge in these delightful Chocolate Orange Brownie Cookies that blend rich chocolate with zesty orange for a taste sensation!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (be sure not to pack your flour)
  • 2.5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 2 large eggs (at room temperature)
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 7 ounces orange chocolate (chopped)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy removal of your cookies.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped semi-sweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add the melted chocolate mixture, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest. Stir until combined.
  5. Add the eggs and whole milk to the mixture, whisking until fully incorporated and smooth.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined; be careful not to overmix.
  7. Gently fold in the chopped orange chocolate, ensuring it's evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a couple of inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely. Enjoy your Chocolate Orange Brownie Cookies warm or at room temperature!

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
  • Replace semi-sweet chocolate with dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
  • Use coconut oil instead of butter for a dairy-free version.