Description
These Orange Brownies offer a delightful twist on the classic chocolate treat by incorporating fresh orange zest and flavoring into a moist, buttery brownie base. Finished with a tangy orange glaze, these brownies bring a perfect balance of sweet and citrusy notes, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons orange flavoring
- 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Prepare baking pan and preheat oven: Grease a 9×13-inch pan or optionally line it with parchment paper for easy removal. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream butter and sugar: In a medium bowl, mix the softened butter and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add wet ingredients: Incorporate the salt, eggs, orange flavoring, and grated orange zest into the butter-sugar mixture. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Mix in flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and stir the ingredients until the batter is combined and smooth with no lumps.
- Bake the brownies: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Prepare the glaze: Sift the powdered sugar into a small bowl to remove clumps. Add the orange juice and orange zest, then mix until the glaze is smooth and pourable.
- Glaze the brownies: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, pour the orange glaze evenly over the top. Wait a few minutes for the glaze to set before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- Make sure to use room temperature eggs for better incorporation into the batter.
- For a stronger orange flavor, consider increasing the orange zest slightly.
- Parchment paper lining makes it easier to remove the brownies without sticking.
- The glaze should be poured only after the brownies have cooled to prevent melting.
- Store brownies in an airtight container to keep them moist.
