I heard something on a podcast that had me almost falling out of my seat. Well…okay, not really. I was in my car and falling out of my seat would have taken quite a bit of effort. But still, it freaked me out. The host reminded me that Christmas is SEVEN WEEKS AWAY! Does that seem too soon to anyone else? I know we still have Thanksgiving to look forward to, but I know how fast seven weeks flies by. Crazy!
And the closer we get to Christmas, the more I start to crave one of the best flavor combos known to man—chocolate and orange. I had never had chocolate orange before I got married. You’d think I lived under a rock. Thankfully, I married someone who is a huge fan of anything chocolate orange and he introduced me to it. And my mouth was like, “Sweet dang, where have you been all my life?”
And I’m not alone. I made these chocolate orange cookies from Six Sisters’ Stuff for a cookie exchange a few years ago and everyone raved. It really is a match made in heaven.
Oh, and while we’re on the subject:
Dear Mars,
Please bless us with the deliciousness of your limited edition chocolate orange M&Ms again this year. You teased us with them a few years ago (offering only a limited amount in select stores…sniffle) and we have been salivating ever since.
Sincerely,
Hungry Mouths Who Ignore The Waistline’s Objection To Junk Food Everywhere
So we have chocolate orange cookies and M&Ms and Utah Truffles has a crazy good chocolate orange truffle. But have you ever had Chocolate Orange Brownies? If your answer is no, scroll down to the recipe RIGHT THIS SECOND. Because you can’t allow your mouth to go without experiencing it a moment longer. It’s never too early to bake a batch of these. Your family (and mouth) will thank you.
- ¾ cup butter, cubed
- 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 bar of orange chocolate, chopped (I used Chocolove's 3.2-oz. orange peel in dark chocolate)
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
- In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar. Stir in chocolate mixture. Beat in extract. Gradually add flour to chocolate mixture.
- Pour into baking dish. Sprinkle with orange chocolate. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean (do not overbake).
- Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into squares and serve with vanilla ice cream.
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These look so freaking good!
Thanks, John! They’re so addicting and sure to be a family fav!
Yum! Chocolate and orange combined in a brownie does sound like a match made in heaven. That is one I definitely need to try, I’ve always love orange flavoured chocolates!
Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. recently posted…Carrot Dill Soup
Thanks, Stacey! These brownies are so addicting, especially if you already love chocolate orange. Yum!
I love the combination of chocolate and orange!! These sound de-lish!! But now I’m left wondering why I never knew about those M&M’s?! 🙂
Annie+@+ciaochowbambina recently posted…Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie with Cinnamon Whipped Cream
Ohhh my heavens. Keep your eyes peeled for them as it gets closer to Christmas. I don’t know if they’re going to offer the chocolate orange ones, but if they do and you see them, grab like 5 bags. Cuz they go fast and are SOOOOOO GOOD!
I love the combination of chocolate and orange! Yesss!
Thanks, Holly! It really is addicting. 😉
Chocolate and orange is the best flavor combination. It’s such a classic!
Jen @ Baked by an Introvert recently posted…Pumpkin Cupcakes with Sweet Ginger Frosting
It sure is, Jen! Give ’em a try. You’ll love them!
YUMMY! These look delicious! I can’t wait to try them! Thanks for sharing! PINNED!
Michelle@TheRibbonRetreat recently posted…Thanksgiving Tablescape
Thanks, Michelle! You definitely can’t go wrong with chocolate orange. You’ll love them!
Chocolate-orange is one of my favorite flavor combinations. I’ve made chocolate-orange cookies, but never brownies. These look just perfect!
Kristine @ Kristine’s Kitchen recently posted…Chicken and Rice Salad with Ginger-Sesame Dressing
Thanks, Kristine! They’re really quite amazing. 😉 Speaking of amazing, your Chicken and Rice Salad looks ahhhhhmazing! I already ate dinner, but I could have a bowl of that right now!
Wow, these look sensational. Chocolate and orange do seem to be a combination made in heaven and these look like a chocolate lovers dream come true!
Chris @ The Café Sucré Farine recently posted…Peanut Butter Toffee Crinkle Cookies
Thanks, Chris! They truly are a dream come true. Mmm, I could have a few right now. By the way, your Peanut Butter Toffee Cookies are my new WIN (Want It Now) recipe. 😉
What?? Orange M & M’s??? I would love to have tried those! What a classic combination! These looks so fudgy and rich! I
tanya recently posted…Spanakopita (Quick and Easy)
Hey Tanya, the chocolate orange M&Ms were AMAZING! My husband and I have been keeping our eyes peeled for them whenever we go to the store. Nothing yet 🙁