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Blonde Orange Brownies

Delicious Blonde Orange Brownies Bursting with Citrus Flavor

These Blonde Orange Brownies are a crowd-pleasing dessert bursting with citrus flavor, perfect for spring celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Consider using salted butter but reduce added salt by half.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be a substitute for a slight caramel flavor.
  • 2 Large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Use fresh zest from organic oranges.
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice Substitute with lemon juice for a citrus twist.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour blends can be used.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Sea salt is an excellent alternative.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces Block-style Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened for smooth blending.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Adds creaminess to the frosting.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Reduce the amount incrementally for a less sweet frosting.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13×9-inch baking dish.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in the fresh orange zest and juice.
  4. Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour and salt until just combined.
  5. Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  6. Beat together the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth, then add the orange zest, juice, and powdered sugar.
  7. Allow the brownies to cool for 10 minutes, then spread the frosting over the warm brownies.
  8. Refrigerate until the frosting firms up, about 30 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For a different flavor, swap orange zest and juice with lemon for Blonde Lemon Brownies.

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