Orange Chocolate Doughnuts

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350ºfF). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   Tip: Optional: For easier doughnut removal, dip the top of each doughnut in a mixture of 1 tablespoon of water and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch before baking.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

   Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to ensure they are well combined.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk together milk, egg, orange juice, and orange zest.

   Tip: Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to incorporate all the ingredients.

4. 4

   Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

   Tip: The dough should still be slightly lumpy.

5. 5

   Melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

   Tip: Once melted, let the chocolate cool slightly before adding it to the dough.

6. 6

   Fold the melted chocolate into the dough until well combined.

   Tip: Use a rubber spatula to avoid overmixing the dough.

7. 7

   Cover the dough and let it rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.

   Tip: This will allow the flour to absorb the liquid ingredients.

8. 8

   Punch down the dough and use a doughnut cutter or a glass to cut out the doughnuts.

   Tip: Make sure to cut the doughnuts in a smooth, even motion.

9. 9

   Place the doughnuts on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

   Tip: Check the doughnuts after 10 minutes and rotate the baking sheet if necessary.

10. 10

    Remove the doughnuts from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Tip: Dust the doughnuts with powdered sugar once they have cooled completely, if desired.

11. 11

    Serve the orange chocolate doughnuts warm or at room temperature, dust with powdered sugar if desired.

    Tip: Enjoy!