Orange Chocolate Tiffin
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This Orange Chocolate Tiffin recipe has become a favorite in my kitchen because it brings together two flavors I absolutely love in just 45 minutes total. The beauty of this dessert is how straightforward it is to make, even if you're not an experienced baker. Dark chocolate, one of our star ingredients, is packed with antioxidants that are genuinely good for you, making this indulgence a little bit guilt free. The bright citrus cuts through the richness of the chocolate perfectly, creating something that tastes far more impressive than the minimal effort required. I've made this countless times now, and it never fails to impress guests or satisfy my own cravings for something special.
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Ingredients
- 150 gall-purpose flour(for the pastry crust)
- 100 gunsalted butter(softened)
- 200 ggranulated sugar(for the filling)
- 150 gdark chocolate(melted)
- 120 mlorange juice(freshly squeezed)
- 2 piecesorange zest(for added flavor)
- 2 pieceeggs(room temperature)
- 1 pinchsalt(for balance)
- 1 mlvanilla extract(for added flavor)
- 50 gconfectioners' sugar(for dusting)
- 6 pieceorange slices(for garnish)
- 50 gchopped almonds(optional for added crunch)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18x18cm baking dish with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a parchment paper that is large enough to cover the entire dish.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add the softened butter and use a pastry blender or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Tip: Be careful not to overwork the mixture.
- 3
Press the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Tip: This will form the base of the tiffin.
- 4
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, melted chocolate, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Stir in the orange zest.
Tip: Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 5
Stir in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 6
Pour the filling mixture over the baked pastry crust and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the filling evenly.
- 7
Bake for an additional 12-15 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Keep an eye on the tiffin as it can go from undercooked to overcooked quickly.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.
Tip: This will help the tiffin to set and make it easier to cut.
- 9
Dust with confectioners' sugar and garnish with orange slices and chopped almonds, if using.
Tip: This will add a touch of elegance to the presentation.
- 10
Cut into 6 equal pieces and serve.
Tip: This will make it easier to handle and serve.
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