Fudgy Orange Brownies with Citrus Glaze Recipe
Indulge in the perfect balance of rich, fudgy chocolate and vibrant citrus with these decadent Fudgy Orange Brownies topped with a zesty Citrus Glaze. A delightful treat for chocolate and orange lovers alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Brownies:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Citrus Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1/2 orange (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prep Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
- Melt Chocolate & Butter: In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chocolate together until smooth. Cool slightly.
- Mix Brownie Batter: Whisk sugar, eggs, vanilla, and orange zest into the chocolate mixture. Stir in flour and salt until just combined.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 22–26 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs. Let brownies cool completely.
- Make Citrus Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth and pourable. Spread glaze over cooled brownies and top with extra orange zest.
Notes
- Use blood orange juice for a deeper citrus flavor and pink-tinted glaze.
- Chill brownies for cleaner slices.
- Add a splash of orange liqueur for a grown-up twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Fudgy Orange Brownies, Citrus Glaze, Chocolate Brownies, Orange Dessert, Baked Dessert