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Chocolate Orange Marmalade Brownies

These Chocolate Orange Marmalade Brownies which are unlike the regular ones you usually bake. They look familiar, but there is a more sophisticated, elegant touch to it. The heady, chocolate flavors are there. But infused in several sections, one will savor the sweet, citrusy, somewhat bitter orange marmalade interspersed in every luscious bite. Bake these for the holidays as gifts or to enjoy with the family during the holidays. This will be a festive addition to the traditional Filipino Noche Buena or Christmas day family get-together.  This recipe was inspired by the new cookbook “Orange Appeal: Savory and Sweet” by Jamie Schler with photography by Ilva  Beretta (Gibbs Smith). Serves 4.
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snacks
Cuisine: American, Asian, French
Keyword: Chocolate Orange Marmalade Brownies
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 582kcal
Author: Asian in America - Elizabeth Ann Quirino

Equipment

  • Brownie baking pan - 9 x 11 inches or 8 x 8 inches

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces (60 g) baking chocolate, unsweetened or bitter
  • 1 ounce (30 g) orange-infused 70% dark chocolate (Lindt Excellence Orange Intense)
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 Tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
  • 2 whole large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 Tablespoon or use 1/2 teaspoon Orange Extract Grand Marnier or Cointreau
  • 3 Tablespoons Orange Marmalade

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F. Grease with baking spray a brownie pan measuring 9 x 11 inches (or 8 x 8 inches) ,and line the bottom with parchment paper, leaving some paper hanging over the sides for easy lifting later. Set pan aside.
  • In a double boiler where the bottom is filled with simmering water, over medium heat, melt the chocolates. When completely melted, remove from the heat and set aside on the counter to cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Whisk together and set aside.
  • Using a hand or stand mixer, cream the butter and sugars together in a large bowl till fluffy.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time. Mix for a minute or two.
  • Pour the vanilla, the Grand Marnier and cooled melted chocolate. Beat well.
  • Using a spatula, fold by hand the dry ingredients into the batter till blended and smooth.
  • Pour the brownie batter into the pan. Dot the marmalade on top of the brownie mix. Using a spatula, swirl the mixture so the marmalade gets incorporated in the chocolate. You should have small pockets of orange marmalade around the brownie batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven of 350 F for 30 minutes or till the center is firm when you put a knife through to test if done.
  • Remove from the oven and cool the brownie pan on the counter for about 10 minutes. Slice into brownie pieces about 2-inches long each. Then while holding the edges of the parchment paper, lift the brownies and cool on a rack.
  • Serve warm or chilled. Store brownies in a covered container in the refrigerator.
  • Author’s serving suggestions: Top each brownie with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream and a drizzle of ganache.
  • About the book & the author: Orange Appeal: Savory and Sweet Cookbook is by author Jamie Schler of two award-winning blogs. Jamie is an American writer and hotel owner based in Chinon,France. Her new cookbook adds a little sunshine to every meal with sweet-savory recipes using the most versatile of citrus fruits, the orange. She offers a scrumptious spread of recipes ranging from flavorings, sauces, soups, starters, sides, main dishes, breads, cookies and treats, cakes and desserts. Beautiful food photographs are by award-winning photographer Ilva Beretta. This cookbook is available where most books are sold. Or you can buy it through my Amazon affiliate link right above this blog post.
  • Disclosure: I was not paid to feature this recipe or cookbook. The cookbook was my personal purchase and I will gladly recommend it to anyone who loves a variety of superb recipes using citrus fruits and oranges.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 582kcal | Carbohydrates: 94g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 173mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 75g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 1mg