Orange Chocolate Financiers

Instructions

1. 1

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

   Tip: Optional: for easy removal of the financiers.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, confectioner's sugar, baking powder, and salt.

   Tip: Whisk until well combined.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

   Tip: Scrape down the sides as needed.

4. 4

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, allowing each egg to fully incorporate before adding the next.

   Tip: Be patient for a smooth batter.

5. 5

   Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the orange juice, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.

   Tip: Do not overmix.

6. 6

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

   Tip: Stir until smooth.

7. 7

   Fold the melted chocolate into the batter until well combined.

   Tip: Do not overmix.

8. 8

   Fold in the orange zest.

   Tip: Be gentle to avoid deflating the batter.

9. 9

   Spoon the batter into 4 (6cm) ramekins or small cups.

   Tip: Fill the ramekins about 2/3 full.

10. 10

    Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.

    Tip: Rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking.

11. 11

    Remove from the oven and let cool in the ramekins for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Tip: Serve warm or at room temperature.