Orange Chocolate Brown Betty
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
This Orange Chocolate Brown Betty is one of my favorite weeknight desserts because it comes together in just over an hour and honestly doesn't require any fancy techniques. The combination of bright orange juice and dark chocolate creates this wonderfully balanced flavor that feels elegant but tastes like pure comfort. What I love most is that the rolled oats add a lovely texture while giving you some extra fiber and nutrients, so it feels a little less indulgent than your typical chocolate dessert. Best of all, you probably have most of these ingredients in your kitchen right now, making this an affordable treat that impresses every single time.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour(null)
- 250 ggranulated sugar(null)
- 120 mlunsalted butter, melted(null)
- 2 egglarge eggs(null)
- 100 mlorange juice(null)
- 2 tbsporange zest(null)
- 200 gdark chocolate chips(null)
- 150 grolled oats(null)
- 100 gbrown sugar(null)
- 5 gsalt(null)
- 50 gunsalted butter, softened(null)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350¿tF). Grease a 20cm x 20cm baking dish and line with parchment paper.
Tip: To ensure the brown Betty releases easily, don’t grease the dish too much.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to avoid lumps.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, orange juice, and orange zest.
Tip: Use a hand mixer or whisk for a lighter batter.
- 4
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Stir in the dark chocolate chips.
Tip: The chocolate will add a nice contrast in texture.
- 6
In a separate bowl, mix together the oats, brown sugar, and softened butter until crumbly.
Tip: This will help create a crunchy topping.
- 7
Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish and top with the oat mixture.
Tip: Make sure to spread it evenly, but don’t overdo it.
- 8
Pour the remaining batter over the oat topping.
Tip: Smooth the top with a spatula or your hand.
- 9
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted 2cm from the edge comes out clean.
Tip: Check the brown Betty every 10 minutes to avoid overbrowning.
- 10
Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: This will help the brown Betty set properly.
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