Description
Indulgent paula deen orange brownies blend zesty citrus with rich chocolate for a delightful dessert. Creamy orange frosting crowns these moist treats, making them irresistible for those who savor sweet and tangy combinations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
- 1 (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp pure orange extract
- 3 tbsps orange zest
- 2 tbsps orange juice
- 1 (1 lb) box confectioners’ sugar
- 4 tbsps butter, softened
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 175°C / 350°F and thoroughly grease a 33 x 23 x 5 cm baking pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- Batter Creation: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add softened butter, eggs, orange extract, and orange zest. Use an electric mixer to blend until the mixture becomes smooth and uniform.
- Baking Process: Pour batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 30 minutes until the surface turns light golden-brown and the center feels firm. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
- Frosting Development: While brownies cool, cream together softened cream cheese and butter in a mixing bowl using an electric mixer until silky. Gradually incorporate confectioners’ sugar, beating until fully integrated.
- Finishing Touches: Fold orange zest and orange juice into the frosting, creating a vibrant, creamy texture. Once brownies are completely cooled, pierce the surface with a fork to enhance frosting absorption.
- Final Assembly: Spread the orange cream cheese frosting evenly across the entire brownie surface. Slice into square portions and serve, highlighting the citrusy orange-infused dessert.
Notes
- Zest Matters: Use fresh, fragrant orange zest for maximum citrus flavor and aromatic intensity.
- Mixing Technique: Blend ingredients thoroughly to ensure a smooth, lump-free batter that guarantees even texture.
- Baking Precision: Watch brownies closely during last 5 minutes to prevent over-browning and maintain moist, tender crumb.
- Frosting Absorption: Fork-puncturing technique allows cream cheese frosting to penetrate deeper, creating a more decadent dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 44 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg