Orange Chocolate Mini Bundts
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
These adorable Orange Chocolate Mini Bundts are my go to when I want something impressive but don't have all day to bake. The whole project takes just 45 minutes from start to finish, making them perfect for weeknight desserts or last minute entertaining. I love how the bright citrus flavor cuts through the rich chocolate and dark cocoa, creating this beautiful balance that keeps people coming back for more. Plus, the orange zest is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, so you're getting a little nutritional boost with every bite. Trust me, once you master these little beauties, you'll be making them constantly.
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Ingredients
- 300 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gunsweetened cocoa powder
- 50 gorange zest
- 150 mlorange juice
- 4 nulllarge eggs
- 200 gunsalted butter
- 400 gdark chocolate chips
- 50 gconfectioners' sugar
- 10 gsalt
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 12-cup mini bundt pan with parchment paper.
Tip: Make sure to grease the pan lightly with butter or cooking spray.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
Tip: Use a whisk or a fork to break up any lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together the orange zest, orange juice, eggs, and butter.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 4
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until just combined.
Tip: Do not overmix.
- 5
Melt the chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Stir until smooth and glossy.
- 6
Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly.
- 7
Pour the melted chocolate over the batter and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a marbled effect.
- 8
Pour the remaining batter over the chocolate and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly.
- 9
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Let the bundts cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- 10
Dust the bundts with confectioners' sugar before serving.
Tip: Optional: drizzle with orange glaze for an extra touch.
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